The Big Dipper' Dining for 30, Wet Bar, Billiards, 7 TVs, 4 master suites
About this house rental
Nestled in Norris Lake, this lovely house for R 19,762 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Norris Lake Rentals Off Waterfront Trail, LaFollette, TN 37766 Welcome to the “BIG Dipper”. This massive, 4,500 square foot, 3 floor lakeside cabin offers cathedral ceilings, huge kitchen and formal dining room overlooking a large TV room, providing the ultimate entertainment for an extra large group of friends and family. ***Prior to booking, you must read the notes section below. *** The Big Dipper features oak and pine from floor to ceiling! 18 foot, 20 person, Amish custom built dining room table! With 9 bedrooms (4 Master Suites), 7 full bathrooms, this spectacular home provides 10 sleeping quarters for up to 32 people. Couples will appreciate the lake views that each of the 4 Master Suites offer. Located on the Main Level (street level), the extra large open kitchen is well equipped for crowds with a canopy vented 5 burner gas cook top, 2 wall ovens, microwave, extra large refrigerator, 2 dishwashers, and 3 food pantries. The extra large 7 seat island bar is equally suited for entertaining as it is for whipping up huge meals for the hungry group. We provide free propane for the large grill. Off the kitchen is the dining room, TV room, bedrooms 1 & 2, common bathroom, and a deck overlooking the lake. **Prior to submitting questions, you must read entire note section below. ** 3 TV rooms and game room sporting Xfinity cable TV and DVD provides endless entertainment. The 4 master suites provide their own additional TVs equipped with Xfinity cable TV. Located on the Lower Level (bottom level), the game room features a wet bar overlooking the pool table, shuffleboard, fireplace, and your favorite ball game on the huge TV. Step outside to enjoy your private hot tub. The water is changed prior to your arrival. Enjoy roasted marshmallows on the fire deck. For firewood delivery, call the number posted on the frig. Saving the best for last- Four decks overlook the swimming cove of Norris Lake’s Cedar Creek. No worries of speeding boat traffic. Have fun on your own personal dock that accommodates your boats and jet skis. The covered boats slips are 10'x24' and high enough for pontoons. See below for rental options. This neighborhood has a small, free, community pool with kiddie pool 1/3 mile from the cabin up a very steep street. It is clean but nothing fancy. There are no life guards or concessions. You don't need a pass. Free parking is available. Secure & very fast internet via Comcast cable @ 150 Mbps and unlimited usage. The free boat ramp is 4 houses away. The nearest marinas are Sugar Hollow, Shanghai, Springs. If you need to rent watercraft simply contact NorrisLakeWaterSports (ask for 10% Bertke discount) or OasisNorrisLake. Both places offer delivery services. Check with nearby marinas: Sugar Hollow, Shanghai, Springs. Due to liability reasons, we do not provide life jackets, watercraft, floating toys.... We do provide an enormous floating dock. Due to ridiculous liability reasons, we no longer provide children items such as cribs, play-pens, high chairs, gates.... They get recalled the moment we assemble them. Notes:*** For target dates post Labor Day up to April 1, an inquiry is required prior to submitting a booking request.*** The contact information including name, phone number, and email address must belong to the primary 'Guest' - the sole person responsible for booking this home. We do not accept multiple persons or nicknames. *** The primary guest must be a minimum 28 years of age to book this home. This person is who will be held responsible for any damages inflicted upon the property. *** Any violations to these rules will trigger cancellation and forfeiture of an administration fee.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
Map of Norris Lake, TN
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(72 Reviews)
5.0
The cabin was amazing.. it comfortably accommodated our whole family for our parent’s 50th wedding anniversary. The dock, decks and fire pit with the view and short walk to Lake Norris Made it such a fun & beautiful experience.
5.0
16 guys from the neighborhood did not leave the dipper, we only left for groceries, with the weekend stay there was just enough to do at the Big Dipper with the pool table the hot tub and plenty of space to party and play cards. Awesome place!!!
5.0
Great place
4.0
Property was exactly as advertised.
Our group is full of foodies and we took turns cooking each night trying to out do previous chefs. No one ever had a problem finding pots pans etc.
Only disappointment was the grill was dirty when we arrived.
4.0
Home was well equipped and meet the needs of our large, multi-generational family
Home does not provide a floating island.
Kitchen is well stocked with quality cookware and bakeware-pleasantly surprised!
Quiet cove perfect for swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding
3.0
The house is large and supported our group for a recent family gathering but found having a hot water shower a challenge. We could only ever use one shower. For a house that advertises sleeping 30 people this was extremely difficult. The property manager is aware and very responsive, however according to them this is by design due to the tankless water heater. Also the bed linens, mattresses, and towel should have been replaced years ago with pilling, holes, and poor quality overall.
5.0
Plenty of room for a Large family! Property Manager was quick to respond when we had an issue and had someone out to fix the issue quickly! The view is amazing and the boat dock provided lots of opportunity for fun! Plenty of seating and just all around an awesome house! Hope to go back some day! The house is the last one on the road so Plenty of parking as well.
4.0
It needs some TLC. But overall was enjoyable.
4.0
This was our first Thanksgiving Family trip with our family from Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. It was a perfect space for 30 of us to spend time together cooking, laughing and playing games. The kitchen had everything we needed with the exception of a cutting board and working blender. The ovens were dirty, but that didn’t stop us from making delicious dishes for Thanksgiving.
We enjoyed the fire pit and the wood delivery was appreciated very much!
A couple notes- top master suite TV no longer works; TV on lowest level is not connected to cable- bring fire stick or roku;
The area is small and quaint. We will recommend this area and location to friends. A few of us are even interested in coming back in the Summer to enjoy the lake activities.
Overall this trip is one for us to remember!
5.0
Some repairs need done (drawer in refrigerator and recliner). Setup was perfect for our family. Lots of room to spread out. Enjoyed the deck and slide, fishing off dock, firepit, and hot tub. Large table for eating and playing games. Another visit will be in our future!
5.0
They all enjoyed swimming and boating. They work to fine how to get to Dolly. All was good
5.0
They all enjoyed swimming and boating. They work to fine how to get to Dolly. All was good
5.0
Fantastic property and location!
We planned a family reunion for a large group and it was the perfect place to host our event. Plenty of space and most of what you need is already there. It has plenty of room and places to sleep. If it needs anything it would be a few small kitchen items, such as a potatoe peeler and being your own salt and pepper and dish soap and hand soap. Otherwise the setup is ready to go. If you have anu elderly folks or someone with mobility issues it will be a challenge for them to go from the frint door to the water. Overall we has the best time and would love to return with a family or families again. Location for using our boat and jet skis worked out nicely also! I would recommends this property for anyone who is planning a large gathering, you wont be dissapointed.
5.0
Great place. View was fantastic.
5.0
We really loved the property and would certainly go back again. It was my parent's first time to Norris Lake and now they can't wait to go back again. We are already looking to see when this property is next available.
5.0
Wedding weekend
Great place. View was fantastic.
5.0
Great Family Get Away House
We really loved the property and would certainly go back again. It was my parent's first time to Norris Lake and now they can't wait to go back again. We are already looking to see when this property is next available.
5.0
This property was everything and the owner always responded to my emails. I would recommend this property to anyone. It was very spacious for big families or groups. My family and friends enjoyed our stay and will be booking there again
5.0
Friend 69th birthday
This property was everything and the owner always responded to my emails. I would recommend this property to anyone. It was very spacious for big families or groups. My family and friends enjoyed our stay and will be booking there again
5.0
It was easy to rent the property through VRBO. Communication with property manager went well. The property was clean upon arrival with all the expected amenities. Our group enjoyed the fire pit for hours every day! The kitchen was huge and allowed all of us to cook together. Amazing weekend at the Big Dipper.
5.0
Big Dipper Did Not Disappoint
It was easy to rent the property through VRBO. Communication with property manager went well. The property was clean upon arrival with all the expected amenities. Our group enjoyed the fire pit for hours every day! The kitchen was huge and allowed all of us to cook together. Amazing weekend at the Big Dipper.
4.0
The property was overall wonderful, the inside of the house was clean and very comfortable. The decks could use some cleaning ..there were two big wasp nest on the top deck. But other then that the property was so beautiful. John was very accommodating and so easy to work with. We went to celebrate my dad's 75th birthday and we haven't seen that many smiles and laughter in awhile from him. He loved the views. I would recommend this property to anyone. Overall it was 4 stars 🌟 🤩
5.0
Unfortunately, it rained the entire time but if weather had been better having access to kayaks, life jackets& oars would allow guests to enjoy the lake!! A selection of games, puzzles or books to read would give guests alternative activities for those rainy days. Lamps by the beds would also be nice for those that like to read before turning in without having to get out of bed to turn off overhead lights. It was a nice, quiet cove although there are a lot of stairs to navigate three stories of the house & all the way down to the deck!! We brought our own games so still had a wonderful time!!
4.0
Family Time
The property was overall wonderful, the inside of the house was clean and very comfortable. The decks could use some cleaning ..there were two big wasp nest on the top deck. But other then that the property was so beautiful. John was very accommodating and so easy to work with. We went to celebrate my dad's 75th birthday and we haven't seen that many smiles and laughter in awhile from him. He loved the views. I would recommend this property to anyone. Overall it was 4 stars 🌟 🤩
5.0
Cousins reunion
Unfortunately, it rained the entire time but if weather had been better having access to kayaks, life jackets& oars would allow guests to enjoy the lake!! A selection of games, puzzles or books to read would give guests alternative activities for those rainy days. Lamps by the beds would also be nice for those that like to read before turning in without having to get out of bed to turn off overhead lights. It was a nice, quiet cove although there are a lot of stairs to navigate three stories of the house & all the way down to the deck!! We brought our own games so still had a wonderful time!!
5.0
We had the best time at this house!
The WiFi was great, the house had plenty of refrigerators and space for all 24 of us. Location was awesome and we will definitely
Stay here again!
5.0
Great house and location!
We had the best time at this house!
The WiFi was great, the house had plenty of refrigerators and space for all 24 of us. Location was awesome and we will definitely
Stay here again!
5.0
We knew about the stairs but some in our group struggled with them. Secluded cove is nice to not have a lot of boat traffic but also means you have a long idle no wake distance to get out to the main channel, just depends on what you’re looking for. The house was great and spacious for our group of 27, plenty of room to spread out. Definitely recommend this place.
5.0
Lots of steps
We knew about the stairs but some in our group struggled with them. Secluded cove is nice to not have a lot of boat traffic but also means you have a long idle no wake distance to get out to the main channel, just depends on what you’re looking for. The house was great and spacious for our group of 27, plenty of room to spread out. Definitely recommend this place.
4.0
We had a wonderful time. I loved the stairs but not for everyone. Main concern is cleanliness. Stained pillows, we brought our own, stained mattress protector, don't think cleaning crew dusted anything. Only problem was lack of railing for last 6 steps, my aunt fell trying to go up the stairs. But we did have an awesome time!!
5.0
The house was lovely they so enjoyed the slide and water. We as a family had a perfect time. Will definately return
5.0
Had a great weekend in this house! By far the biggest and most room we have stayed in back in this cove! We love this house and the neighborhood!
4.0
family and friends
We had a wonderful time. I loved the stairs but not for everyone. Main concern is cleanliness. Stained pillows, we brought our own, stained mattress protector, don't think cleaning crew dusted anything. Only problem was lack of railing for last 6 steps, my aunt fell trying to go up the stairs. But we did have an awesome time!!
5.0
property it just perfect. Only on complaint and that is the room with 2bunks,bottom matress wasbada
The house was lovely they so enjoyed the slide and water. We as a family had a perfect time. Will definately return
5.0
Location
Had a great weekend in this house! By far the biggest and most room we have stayed in back in this cove! We love this house and the neighborhood!
4.0
Enjoyed our stay ! Lovely home !
5.0
The location is amazing ! The house was perfect ! Seriously no complaints ! The kids loved the lake. Us adults loved the hot tub. There was enough room for everyone . Having a refrigerator on each floor was great! We will definitely be coming back when it’s warmer to enjoy the lake more ! Thank you so much !
4.0
Will be returning !
Enjoyed our stay ! Lovely home !
5.0
Such a memorable stay
The location is amazing ! The house was perfect ! Seriously no complaints ! The kids loved the lake. Us adults loved the hot tub. There was enough room for everyone . Having a refrigerator on each floor was great! We will definitely be coming back when it’s warmer to enjoy the lake more ! Thank you so much !
5.0
Loved loved loved the home and the area. Everything was nice and clean and it was perfect for our big family to spend Christmas together as it was really spacious. The only thing was the mobile service sucked but had nothing to do with the house itself. Other then that it was great, will deff do it again.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Norris Lake?
The average price for a rental in Norris Lake is R 6,998 per night. This rental is R 12,764 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Big Dipper' Dining for 30, Wet Bar, Billiards, 7 TVs, 4 master suites. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Big Dipper' Dining for 30, Wet Bar, Billiards, 7 TVs, 4 master suites. Enjoy the water!
Is The Big Dipper' Dining for 30, Wet Bar, Billiards, 7 TVs, 4 master suites pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Big Dipper' Dining for 30, Wet Bar, Billiards, 7 TVs, 4 master suites?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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