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The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox

Houseboat near University of Tennessee in Knoxville

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Property grounds
Marina

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroom118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Place, Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Knoxville

On lake.You'll be steps from Gateway Regional Visitor Center and a 5-minute walk from Tennessee River. Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and Volunteer Landing Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tennessee Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Market Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Tennessee - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhoun's on the River - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Honeybee Coffee Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Angry Dumplings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nama Sushi Bar - Downtown Knoxville - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Earl's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox

Stay at this one of a kind houseboat located at Volunteer Marina! It is very close to downtown Knoxville, Knoxville greenway, and UTK`s campus. E-Bikes are available for an additional fee to help you get around. Enjoy the peaceful Tennessee river and quiet peaceful outdoor spaces. The houseboat sleeps 4 comfortably and has a sitting area and small kitchenette. Book your stay today on the Black Dog. You will not be disappointed.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am EVERYDAY. If there are noise complaints or any violation of this rule, it may result in cancellation of booking and removal from property without refund and a penalty of $200 for the violation.

Be courteous to other dock residents. If you are too loud or rowdy, you will be asked to leave.

STRICT NO-PARTY POLICY
No parties or events/gatherings. If there is a party of any kind the police will be called and everyone will be removed from the property no refunds. No Unauthorized Guests are allowed at the unit, $100 fine per guest if discovered.

No Smoking
Smoking is prohibited without exception on this property. If any signs of smoking are found in the house, a fine of $300 will be imposed, no exceptions.

Pets
Pets ARE allowed depending on size or if they are service animals, max of 2 pets. We have pet fee. If you are bringing a pet(s), please let us know beforehand, otherwise there will be a fine of $100/pet if discovered, no exceptions.

Other things to Note;
- The boat does not leave the dock.
- No swimming around the boat or dock due to electrical shock hazard.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to us and we will be more than happy to assist you.

Please continue your booking if you agree with our Rules.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,270 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Quiet Hours Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am EVERYDAY.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

287643

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox to the airport?

This houseboat is 14.8 mi (23-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox on May 6, 2026 start from CA $132, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

Does The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat.

What time is check-in at The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox to downtown Knoxville?

This houseboat is 0.4 mi away from Knoxville.

The Black Dog. Houseboat In DT Knox Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Aaron G.

The houseboat made a great first impression, but unfortunately that’s where the positives ended. Once we settled in, the charm quickly gave way to discomfort. The bathroom was so small it was barely usable, and the toilet and shower setup was strange enough to be a constant inconvenience.The bigger issue was the boat’s basic functionality. The electrical system failed, and we were without hot water for half of our stay — a major disruption that really undermined the entire experience. Owner's solution was for me to troubleshoot breakers, which is not how I wanted to spend time on my vacation.When asked for compensation, the amount given was so minimal it felt almost insulting given the extent of the problem. This rental has potential and the property and location are unique, but in fairness, this is really not much more comfortable than sleeping in a van down by the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Amanda R.

The location was excellent. The use of the bikes made getting around so easy. The restaurant recommendations by the host were excellent. The beds were comfortable. The bathroom was poor quality. There is little to no hot water for showering. The toilet is loud and troublesome. If the bathroom was updated, we would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The greenway provided great access to shops, restuarants, etc. We were onlyl there for one day and it was perfect for what we wanted. LOVED sitting on the boat in the evening - much better then sitting in a hotel room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family of 4 plus our dog had a very fun stay! This was a unique experience that we thoroughly enjoyed. We used all the different decks and societies the cute and comfy decor. The tiny bathroom was the only drawback but totally livable for a short stay! We did not use the shower though as that didn’t look appealing, again totally fine for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B., WHEATFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay! It was a great way to stay in Knoxville and not be in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Step outside the norm of a boring stay in hotel and enjoy this houseboat! What a fun experience. Everything was clean and we had everything needed for enjoying 3 days docked on a marina. Communication was great and experience was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would have liked to know more before the day of stay ( such as coffee)Electrical problems caused us to leave 2 hours earlier, and the entire visit was not very long.It was cute and cozy.Not being able to have 2 coffee’s in the morning was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Emily V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Totally understand it’s a house boat, but the spiders and cob webs were pretty bad. I feel sorry for anyone over 6 feet tall trying to use the restroom and dirty shower. There was also layers of dust on the fans in each room that was flaring up my daughter’s allergies. We ended up driving back home 4 hours away at midnight because of those issues.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked well for our family to stay near campus and tour UT. Beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool location

Very clean and super cute.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024