8 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals Near Smithville, Tennessee

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Smithville is a small town about an hour’s drive away from Nashville, Tennessee. This small quaint is close to many creeks and rivers around the area, such as Holmes Creek and Big Hurricane Creek. Other famed nature sites include Cul-car-mac Falls, a beautiful waterfall site, and Indian Grave Point Cave, near Dry Creek. The entire area is great for getting away from that hectic bustling city life and enjoying a relaxing vacation. Have some time to yourself to relax amongst the most beautiful lake views and immerse yourself amongst nature. There is much to do: swimming, paddling, hiking, cave-exploring and even tanning. Scroll down to find some amazing Vrbo vacation rentals near Smithville, Tennessee, for you and your friends and family.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on November 25, 2023.

1. A pet-friendly private home for eight (from USD 199)

This beautiful home is custom-built on a huge 2-acre (0.8 hectares) plot and gives you a lot of privacy. It can sleep up to eight people in four bedrooms, and everyone can comfortably lounge in the spacious common areas. Besides the living and dining room indoors, there is also a completely screened-in porch, sun-deck and porches which wrap around the entire house, all with seating areas. Enjoy your meals or morning coffee with great outdoor views. The home is a short drive away from the main town of Smithville and the Center Hill Lake access point.

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10.31 km (6.5 mi) from Canoe the Caney
103 reviews   Wifi Available
House 10 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
spacious Plenty of privacy
There was a great screened room to use on the porch Going from the fridge to the grill through the master bedroom
It was cozy and just like being at home with everything we needed
We had everything and more that we needed to be comfortable
The property is gorgeous and provided much needed rest
Cleanliness:
The house was clean and we had everything we needed for the four of us
The property was very quiet and secluded
The house was beautiful everything we could possibly need was provided Everything was very clean and fully operational
Host:
The welcome basket was very nice
We loved all the extra effort provided for our good time
Their home was very clean and full of amenities that made us feel at home
Tennessee broke record highs in the 90s while we were there in early October
Wrap around porch screened in porch grill close to everything
Location:
We enjoyed exploring Cookeville and Smithville in-between our "talks"
House was really nice and we liked the screened in porch the best
Having a washer and dryer was a plus
We were a little perplexed about being locked out of the NEST so unable to control the A/C or heat
Loved loved the enclosed porch-such a nice addition
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2. A rustic house for twelve (from USD 295)

This new home has four bedrooms that can fit twelve people. It features huge front and back yards and a two-year-old orchard with beautiful apple and peach trees. Located right near the local Smithville airport and overlooking Center Hill Lake, enjoy the gorgeous views from every window in the house. The fully equipped kitchen is perfect for cooking. The game room upstairs is all equipped to play pool, ping pong or foosball or just kick back at the bar and enjoy the view of the lake. Relax in front of the cosy fireplace in the living room or unwind in the hot tub that can fit six.

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11.15 km (7.0 mi) from Canoe the Caney
76 reviews  
House 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Six adults and five children Plenty of beds TV's things to do and room to play Very comfortable and well equipped
all of the amenities provided
The cabin was beautiful and was stocked with everything one could need Tho
There are 2 bedrooms down and
There was plenty of room and the kitchen was great for big breakfast for all each morning A very large yard and plenty of activity's for the children
Cleanliness:
The only negative I can think of was no trash service
Host:
Absolutely beautiful property Well equipped and maintained
the drive to the marina was about 15 minutes
This house is awesome So beautiful and clean
but even that wasn't a big deal
The owner (or property manager - not sure which) responded to questions promptly and professionally The home was beautiful
Location:
The area where the home is located is lovely and fun to walk around in
Also the house was spotless
Otherwise checkout becomes a big hassle with a lot of trash to remove Otherwise this property was just perfect
This house is simply amazing and accommodated our family of 8 perfectly Ideal location to local marinas too
We will definitely look here first the next time we decide to visit Center Hill Lake
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3. A fine waterfront home for eight (from USD 295)

This three-bedroom home is built from hand-hewn logs, giving off a beautiful rustic vibe. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Center Hill Lake and surrounding hills on the property. The room has a large living, dining, and kitchen area with vaulted ceilings, and a massive fieldstone fireplace to keep you warm in the winters. Besides the three bedrooms, there are also Aero beds available for two more guests. Outside, there is a large deck with rocking chairs for enjoying the view. The home is close to many marinas for boating, water-skiing and fishing.

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6.65 km (4.2 mi) from Canoe the Caney
58 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The view is as stated - indescribable
great kitchen to cook in
We sat on the porch overlooking the amazing view of the lake
The picture windows overlooking the lake allow you to feel like you are outside vs indoors
The kitchen has more than adequate space and is fully furnished The dining area and living room complemented our stay more than we could have wished for During our stay
Cleanliness:
The shower tile and soap trays were not very clean
Host:
We have contacted Mrs Wright with our concerns and she only responded to say she would keep $600 00 of our funds to cover her repairs
Susan was so nice to deal with
Fantastic Log Home with a GREAT VIEW
My experience with the owner has been most cordial
This Log Home is really wonderful
Location:
The local convenience center has signs posted "for Dekalb County residents and taxpayers only"
I grew up on Center Hill Lake
The only way to get to the lakefront of the property is by boat and you still cannot step on the property from the lake
The Mapco people at the corner if Congress and Briad were amazingly nice
There aren't words to describe the natural beauty as well as the ambience of this place
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4. A quaint cabin with two bedrooms (from USD 145)

This quaint cabin is nestled in the Holmes Creek area of Center Hill Lake and is located near the boat launch. The two bedrooms can sleep four people, perfect for a small family or a pair of couples. There is one bathroom, a full kitchen and dining area, as well as a living room with cable television, a DVD player and a gas fireplace to cosy up by during the colder nights. Outside, there is a screened-in porch, a gas grill for outdoor cooking, as well as a hot tub.

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Smithville, Tennessee, United States
12.91 km (8.1 mi) from Canoe the Caney
cabin 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a large open living room and a relaxing hot tub
The hot tub was nice evening relaxation after the kiddos went to bed
The only thing we recommend is that the owners add blinds or curtains to the windows in the living room for privacy
It is very big and open inside and the screened in porch was beautiful
Everything was provided that we needed
Cleanliness:
This cabin had everything Very spacious
The property was very clean and comfortable and the boat ramp is 2 min away
This cabin was very clean and cozy
The hot tub was also very clean and big
The cabin had everything we could possibly need and was updated some and clean
Host:
Beautiful scenery and a gorgeous lake
she has wifi and we used wifi calling while in the cabin
The owner is extremely kind and helpful; lots of pamphlets and books on the area Can't say anything negative
Most cabins I've rented only have the bare minimum of everything
The owners are an absolute joy to work with great at communicating quickly are very flexible and even sent a Christmas card to us afterwards
Location:
We booked this location for a few days of peace and quiet away from the city
Quiet area Very peaceful and relaxing
We planned on going to Nashville more since it really is so close; however we found it hard to leave the porch and sights of the lake
Great location close to ramp access
There is a Walmart very near by for provisions
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5. A cosy waterfront getaway (from USD 192)

This lakefront condo has two different units; you can pick between the family unit which sleeps eight, or the honeymoon side, which sleeps six. Both units are fully furnished with a comfortable and cosy living room, fully stocked kitchen for cooking, as well as a dining area. There is also an outdoor deck with a firepit and grill to enjoy the views. The condo is right beside the Holes Creek Recreation Area and is a short walk down to the lake. You can also choose to hike through one of the many trails in the area to discover hidden waterfalls.

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10.74 km (6.7 mi) from Canoe the Caney
37 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The decor IS top-notch
we all had plenty of space and privacy when we wanted it
Also the TVs in each of the three bedrooms the large living room entertainment center with Direct TV DVD player
The lake is so clean and not crowded at all
It is an easy place to find as well
Cleanliness:
Very clean and well maintained
The bedrooms are so quiet and beautifully decorated
The home was beautifully decorated and the beds were extremely comfortable
We found the place to be very clean when we arrived and it also had everything that we needed to keep it that way when we were there
Host:
The owner was exceedingly helpful and friendly
The owner was very accessible and very friendly and nice
We could not have been more pleased with location to marina
The owner so kindly unlocked and adjoining door
We never needed to charge them not even once
Location:
you're not a boy scout)
It is in a nice location too
And did I mention it is beautiful?
There are several golf carts to ride around the area and take in the scenery
We did see some lizards including a blue tailed (five-lined) skink lots of cute little brown bunnies
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6. An upscale home for 12 (from USD 364)

This lakehouse is truly a sight to behold. It features truly breathtaking views of the lake from multiple decks on each level of the house, such as the large deck off the main living area and a private balcony off the upstairs master suite. There is a large modern kitchen which is well stocked with dishware and cookware. The dining area has seating for eight with additional seating for five at the kitchen bar area. There are three bedrooms, two on the main level and the master suite on the top floor. The lower level is the games room, which features a smart HD television, stereo system, combination pool/air hockey table, foosball table, as well as two bunk beds and a futon. The outdoor deck area, where you can enjoy the incredible view, has a gas grill, as well as outdoor seating and dining for six.

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7.46 km (4.7 mi) from Canoe the Caney
113 reviews   Wifi Available
House 12 Guests 3 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans
The game room downstairs was great to be able to play a little game of pool air hockey (which is my favorite) and foosball
The second was the lake access pathway which three of the four adults in our group used once but deemed it too risky to carry our young child down to the lake upon
The views were incredible The basement was perfect for the adults and children
the beds and couches are super comfy
Cleanliness:
It felt new and was very clean
Host:
She responds quickly and thoroughly to any questions you have
Elizabeth is an outstanding host
the only draw back is the driveway
Even with these minor disappointments the three days we spent there were comfortable peaceful relaxing and a wonderful time was had by all
Really great home with multiple floors and a perfect layout for our group
Location:
It's unfortunate since the house is so beautiful
the good news is they have a paved flat area just past the house that you can park at and that just made my day
it's also quite steep
Beautifully decorated extremely clean would love to pick up this house and bring it back to Nashville to live in
Everything about this house was beautiful
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7. Lovely cabin with amazing sunset views (from USD 292)

This rustic and wonderful home can fit up to ten people in three bedrooms and a queen-sized pull out couch in the living room. The kitchen is fully stocked for cooking and the family room is well equipped with speakers, DVD players and board games to keep you entertained. It also gives you the view of the mountainside and Big Hurricane Creek from the hot tub out on the deck, as well as the amazing view of Center Hill Lake from the front of the house. There are also great hiking trails nearby for those itching to get a taste of nature up close.

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8.17 km (5.1 mi) from Canoe the Caney
54 reviews  
chalet 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 0
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The ceiling fan over the dining room table is filthy
The twin bed downstairs was fine
everything one could need to
the towels the windows
It need to be replaced or repaired 4)
Cleanliness:
The vacation rental was very clean
The vacation rental was very clean
The vacation rental was very clean
The vacation rental was very clean
The washer & dryer are both huge
Host:
The property managers helped me with all my questions so I was familiar with the area Maintenance team (David)
Awesome cabin with exceptional views Well appointed and clean
I was more than happy with the location
I was more than happy with the location
Overall our experience was good
Location:
smelly loud vacuum that needs it's
so it stopped us from taking advantage of the basement
My family enjoyed it as a great get away in TN
#1- NEW MATTRESSES PLEASE
however I do believe there needs to be some adjustments
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8. Grand lake house with modern amenities (from USD 563)

This home is a grand and welcoming lake house. The house has six bedrooms with two kings, three queens, bunk beds to fit up to fifteen guests. There are also four full bathrooms. In both living rooms, there is satellite television, as well as a gas fireplace to keep you warm. There is a large open kitchen for cooking and dining room. You can see the amazing lake views of the deck outside, where you can enjoy them from the comfortable outdoor sofas, or even the hot tub out back. It is a great lakehouse to rent for a huge family vacation or holidaying with friends.

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9.13 km (5.7 mi) from Canoe the Caney
80 reviews   Wifi Available
chalet 13 Guests 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 13
Minimum Nights: 0
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Everything was perfect right down to the spacious gourmet kitchen
The mattress in the master bedroom is cheap Not comfortable
The only downside was the master bedroom needs a boxspring because the bed is very uncomfortable
Only complaint is the non-stick skillet wasn’t
The mattresses need to be replaced
Cleanliness:
Everything was clean and comfortable
The only issues I had were there were no dressers in any of the bedrooms to put your clothes in
The vacation rental was very clean
The vacation rental was very clean
The vacation rental was very clean
Host:
We met the owner and he was so attentive to our needs
etc Danielle was extremely helpful throughout our process Her kind and friendly manner made us feel right at home
Good interaction with the property manager
I was more than happy with the location
I was more than happy with the location
Location:
and it is still advertised for 15 people
When we walked into the house
I recommend this vacation rental Reviewer Comments:The house was easy to get too
it slants to the left
It is a really nice house
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Beautiful home with breathtaking views

Each and every one of these lakehouses is sure to take your breath away and provide a place to relax and rejuvenate during your getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Hopefully, you have found the vacation rental of your dreams for your getaway!

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