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Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large sectional sofa, and a round ottoman. - Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views (South Pittsburg)
A pool table ready for friendly competition - Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views (South Pittsburg)
A dining room with a large wooden table and six chairs, a window with a view of trees, and a balcony with a railing. - Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views (South Pittsburg)
First downstairs queen bedroom - Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views (South Pittsburg)
A two-story lodge with a covered patio and outdoor seating area. - Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views (South Pittsburg)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a hot tub at Emerald Lodge | Large Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views

  • Summary:

    Welcome to the iconic Emerald Lodge, a spacious mountain retreat above Nickajack Lake near South Pittsburg, Tennessee! This five-bedroom, 4.5-bath home sleeps 12 and offers vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace, and inviting spaces to gather. Enjoy the pool table, relax in the hot tub, or spend an evening around the wood fire. Many outdoor activities are nearby and Downtown Chattanooga is 25 minutes away if you want to enjoy city life and more urban adventure!



    The Space:

    Our Favorite Things About Emerald Lodge

    Vaulted ceilings and tall windows bring warm light and woodland views into the open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area. Settle onto the large sectional beside the stone fireplace or prepare a meal in the fully stocked chef's kitchen. Appliances include a pancake griddle, slow cooker, Nespresso machine, and a dual coffee maker for a 12-cup pot or single serving.



    Downstairs, the large game room level has a pool table, two large flat-screen TVs, and games for the entire group. The back patio offers a hot tub, with a wood-burning fire pit and charcoal grill outdoors.



    Family-Friendly Details

    A stair gate for the upstairs landing, Pack ’n Play, bedroom sound machines, and children’s plastic dishes are provided. Alexa Bluetooth devices are located throughout the home, and all bedrooms except the bunk room have their own TVs.



    Home Layout

    To the right of the front door is a queen bedroom with a private full bathroom. To the left are a half bathroom off the living room, a large laundry room, and the luxurious primary master suite. Its bathroom has a soaking tub, large glass shower, and double vanity.



    Downstairs, the second living area and game room open through double doors to the back patio. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are on this level. The bunk room has four twin beds, and the other two bedrooms each have a queen bed.



    Nearby Attractions & Shopping

    • Nickajack Lake: About 6 minutes

    • Hales Bar Marina: About 10 minutes

    • South Pittsburg: About 16 minutes

    • Ruby Falls: About 24 minutes

    • Downtown Chattanooga: About 25 minutes

    • Tennessee Aquarium: About 28 minutes

    • Cloudland Canyon State Park: About 30 minutes

    • Dollar General in South Pittsburg: About 11 minutes

    • Food City in Kimball: About 17 minutes

    • Walmart in Kimball: About 18 minutes



    Guest Access:

    Guests have private access to the entire home during their stay.



    The Neighborhood:

    Emerald Lodge is in a mountain setting above Nickajack Lake near South Pittsburg, Tennessee. The wooded surroundings offer a peaceful retreat, with lake views through the trees in winter. Hales Bar Marina is about 10 minutes away, and Chattanooga is about 30 minutes away for restaurants and attractions.



    Please reach out to us for local recs!



    Getting Around:

    We recommend a vehicle to get to and from the home and explore all our city has to offer.



    Other Things to Note:

    This is a truly special retreat, and we invite guests to enjoy the property and amenities while treating the home and its surrounding grounds with care and respect.



    We strictly DO NOT allow smoking, events, or parties.



    Nickajack Lake is visible through the trees in winter. When the trees are in leaf, the lake is not visible.



    A steep, paved residential road leads up the mountain. A textured concrete driveway descends to the home. Normal passenger vehicles can reach the home without any issues; four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is recommended in icy winter conditions.



    Parking is prepared for up to five medium or large vehicles.



    Four complimentary Nespresso pods are provided per reservation, along with a starter supply of medium-roast ground coffee for the drip coffee maker.



    Security cameras are located on the exterior of the home.



    Interaction with Guests:

    We give our guests space to enjoy their stay while remaining available if needed. Please reach out with any questions before or during your visit.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

This property is managed by River City Vacation Rentals. CANCELLATION & TRAVEL INSURANCE NOTICE: We operate under a strict cancellation policy, a...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

About the area

South Pittsburg is home to this cabin. Nickajack Lake and Maple View Public Use Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bridgeport Depot Museum and Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding. Visit our South Pittsburg travel guide
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South Pittsburg, TN

What's nearby

  • A bridge over a calm river at dusk with city buildings in the background.
    Tennessee River
    10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • A river with a bridge, surrounded by dense forests and hills.
    Marion County Park
    14 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Nickajack Lake
    7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Running Water Public Use Area
    10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Maple View Public Use Area
    10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    11 min drive
  • Circle K
    16 min drive
  • Whiskey Throttle BBQ
    13 min drive
  • Western Sizzlin
    14 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald Lodge | Large Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Lodge | Large Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emerald Lodge | Large Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emerald Lodge | Large Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views located?

Situated in South Pittsburg, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Nickajack Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Maple View Public Use Area and Running Water Public Use Area. Marion County Park and Shelby Rhinehart Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Emerald Lodge | Epic Mtn Cabin | Hot Tub + Views Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely gorgeous. We had everything we needed and then some. I’m so glad we chose this house for our family vacation. Everyone had a great time and we’re hoping to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway

We took a large family group and the house worked wonderfully for us. It was spotless and had every amenity!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot recommend this house enough. It is absolutely gorgeous! From the views outside to all the amenities inside, you can’t go wrong. The rooms are all spacious and beds are great. You won’t be sorry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 I highly recommend. This place is very nice and clean with plenty of space. I really appreciated the little things like plenty of appliances and kitchen supplies to choose from - even down to having salt, pepper, and cooking spray. This is a beautiful home and the area is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing. Highly recommend for a group. We had a blast. All amenities are top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and host were great!! We had a great stay..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully appointed and comfortable! Everything we needed was available!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

We LOVED our stay!!! Zero complaints except for the steep drive to get there. We could have stayed there and never left!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family just had the most awesome vacation at Emerald Lodge! It was everything we hoped for and more. The house was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. This is definitely a house that we would love to come back to in the future. The host was also very easy to work with and responded quickly to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing home.

Other than the grass in the back yard and the lanscape lighting not working everything was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall our stay was great, the ding on stars was due to some cleanliness concerns in the master bedroom. We found some clusters of long dark hair on the blankets, sheets, pillow cases and robes the evening we first arrived. Not the end of the world, we picked them off of what they were on, threw them away and went on with our stay. Aside from that outlier, the house was immaculate and gorgeous throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the property and overall, the visit exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend to any large family looking for a peaceful getaway in the mountains of Chattanooga. One minor complaint- it had rained the couple days leading up to our stay, so the grass had not been cut. The issue was when the lawnmower service showed up to cut the grass in the middle of the afternoon on the day after we had already checked in. I requested they come back after we check out couple days later. The mower agreed, apologized, and left. However, communication from property management could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin. The home was spotless, well-maintained, and stocked with all the essentials, including towels, toiletries, trash bags, and dish soap. The fresh scent throughout the house and the exceptionally clean environment made us feel immediately comfortable. The views surrounding the property were stunning, and we enjoyed watching the wildlife nearby — a truly memorable experience.The only challenge was the extremely steep driveway, which felt a bit like navigating a ski slope. Aside from that, everything else exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025