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Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to the serene Sunset Bay Resort in Gallatin, where Cozy Cottage on Old Hickory Lake offers a peaceful retreat with expansive lake views from its wall of windows. This charming haven features a full-size kitchen, pristine master bedroom with ensuite, and a private covered deck perfect for grilling steaks or watching wildlife.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing

Peaceful 1-Bedroom Lake Retreat with King Bed, Sauna, Kayaks & Firepit

Cottage 310 at The Cozy Cottage on Old Hickory Lake is a peaceful, spa-inspired retreat designed for two guests seeking rest, reconnection, and quiet lake living. With a king suite, infrared dry sauna, deck, firepit, and kayaks, it’s an intimate hideaway that feels a world away — yet just 35 minutes from downtown Nashville.

The Cozy Cottage isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a place to exhale.
Sip morning coffee as sunlight glimmers on the water, paddle across the calm cove, or unwind by the firepit under a star-filled Tennessee sky. This private retreat in Gallatin, Tennessee is pet-friendly, personally cared for by its owners, and intentionally designed for peace.

The Space

Welcome to Cottage 310, a 1-bedroom, 1-bath lakefront retreat — once an old fishing cabin, now lovingly restored into a calm, private escape.

Access to the main living level is via exterior stairs to the deck. Once inside, all living spaces are on a single level. The lower level interior of the home is closed during your stay, ensuring no shared spaces and no other guests.

Once you arrive and step out onto the deck, the pace softens immediately. You’ll hear the gentle ripple of the lake, birds across the cove, and the hush of wind through the trees. Inside, cedar-lined walls and warm light create a calm, welcoming space where every detail has been intentionally prepared — not just managed, but truly cared for.

Indoor Living

• Cedar-lined living room with lake views
• Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters, quality cookware & a take-some/leave-some pantry
• Coffee bar with pods, teas, syrups & travel mugs
• Dining area for two
• Grand king bedroom with spa-style bath & thoughtful touches
• Infrared red-light therapy dry sauna, towel warmer, spa slippers & Turkish cotton robes

Laundry access is available by request for longer stays (3+ nights). Local laundromats are nearby.

Outdoor Spaces

The deck is where this lakeside retreat truly shines. Overlooking the cove and Sunset Island, it’s perfect for morning coffee, quiet meals, and watching the light move across the water.

Below, the lower patio offers a fire table, comfortable seating, and an easy path just 57 steps to the dock and water’s edge, where you can kayak, fish, or simply sit and listen.

The cove is calm and protected — geese glide by in the morning, turtles sun themselves in the afternoon, deer wander through the yard most evenings, and a small fox is a frequent (and beloved) visitor.

End the night around the wood-burning firepit, where stars reflect across the lake and the world finally goes quiet.

Thoughtful Touches & Comforts

Every stay includes simple comforts that make travel easy:

• Kayaks, life vests & fishing gear
• Indoor and Lawn games & extra blankets
• Wi-Fi, Smart TV, heating & air conditioning
• Coffee, teas & cocoa stocked at the bar
• S’mores station for the firepit
• On-site parking

The space feels ready when you arrive — calm, welcoming, and unhurried.

If you fall in love with the setting (and many guests do), you’re always welcome back another time to enjoy the full four-bedroom Cozy Cottage with family or friends.

Why Guests Love Cottage 310

🔥 Infrared sauna for deep relaxation
🛶 Kayaks, life vests & fishing gear included
🌅 Just 57 steps from patio to dock
🛏️ King bedroom & cedar-lined living space
☕ Coffee bar & fully stocked kitchen
🔥 Firepit & lakeside patio under the stars
🦌 Wildlife views & peaceful mornings
🎸 35 minutes to Nashville — close, but quietly removed

Important Notes

Access: Entry to the main living level is via exterior stairs to the deck. Once inside, all living spaces are on one level.

Water, Kayak & Sauna Use: By booking, the primary renter accepts full responsibility for the use of the lake, dock, kayaks, and sauna by all guests in their party, in accordance with the Rental Agreement.

Location

Located in Gallatin, TN, within the quiet Sunset Bay Resort community:

• 7 minutes to Starbucks, groceries & restaurants
• 35 minutes to downtown Nashville
• 40 minutes to Nashville International Airport

🚨 Please Read Before Booking – Important House Rules

This is a quiet, private lake retreat. Booking this property means you agree to the following conditions before arrival:

Booking & Security Requirements

• Primary renter must be 23+ years old
• Matching government-issued photo ID required
• Signed rental agreement required within 48 hours of booking
• $1,500 security deposit hold required (refundable after checkout if no damage or violations occur)
• Primary renter must be present for the entire stay and is responsible for all guests

Failure to complete these requirements will result in cancellation without refund.

Occupancy & Conduct

• Maximum 2 guests total (including infants)
• No parties, events, or third-party bookings
• Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM
• This property is monitored by exterior security cameras (driveway, side path, dock/firepit area only)

Eviction Policy (Please Take Seriously)

• Violation of house rules may result in immediate eviction
• Eviction fee: $500
• No refunds will be issued for evictions or rule violations
• Tampering with or disabling cameras = immediate eviction

Smoking, Fire & Damage

• No smoking or vaping indoors or near windows/doors ($750 fee)
• No glitter, dyes, or confetti ($1,000 fine for glitter; $500 for dyes)
• Guests are responsible for all damage during their stay

Pets

• Dogs allowed only with prior approval and $75 fee per pet
• Dogs must be leashed outdoors and kenneled if unattended
• No pets on furniture (service animals must use protective coverings)

Water, Kayak & Sauna Use

• Lake, dock, kayaks, and sauna are used at your own risk
• Primary renter accepts responsibility for all guests using these amenities
• Life jackets must be worn while kayaking or near the water
• Shower before sauna use; no perfumes, scented lotions, oils, or chemicals
• Improper sauna use may result in additional cleaning or repair charges

Acknowledgment

By booking this property, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to these rules and the full Rental Agreement.
These policies are strictly enforced to protect the home, the experience, and our guests.

🐾 Cove Information

The cove is calm and protected by Sunset Island — ideal for swimming, kayaking, or fishing from the dock.
Wildlife is part of daily life here: deer graze in the yard, geese paddle by at dawn, and an occasional fox may pass through at sunset.
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We care deeply about our guests and our home.
Thank you for treating this place with the same care and quiet respect that make it feel special.

Whether you’re sipping wine under the stars, watching fireflies drift across the yard, or catching the ripple of a heron’s wings at dawn, moments here tend to slow down — and that’s exactly the point.

Come see why so many guests call this their favorite spot on Old Hickory Lake. Your peaceful lakeside escape is waiting.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No indoor smoking; $750 fine.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

•Must be 23 years of age to book •Rental agreement must be signed upon booking – rental agreement establishes all terms and conditions
•Photo ID required upon booking •Security deposit for $1,500 collected by our system prior to stay •Maximum guests is 8, including infants •No Glitter
•QUIET HOURS 10pm – 8AM •No 3rd party bookings •No smoking or vaping •No events, parties or large gatherings •

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: PRE-approval for all dogs is required, accompanied

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No indoor smoking; $750 fine.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Located in Gallatin, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bledsoe Creek State Park and Old Hickory Lake, while Trinity Music City and Sumner County Museum are cultural highlights. Amqui Station and Visitors Center and Hermitage Lanes are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Gallatin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Wonderful views and walks with my fur baby.
    Old Hickory Lake
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, Tennessee
    Grand Ole Opry
    27 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Nashville Broadway showing night scenes, nightlife and street scenes
    Broadway
    30 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Music City Center showing modern architecture and a city
    Music City Center
    30 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Nashville's Vanderbilt University
    Vanderbilt University
    32 min drive - 49.1 km

Getting around

  • Lebanon Martha Station
    31 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    14 min drive
  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Firehouse Subs
    14 min drive
  • DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill
    12 min drive
  • Kave Express - House of Haggai
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Old Hickory Lake and Cumberland River. Volunteer State Community College and Trinity Music City are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cottage 310 | Infrared Sauna, King Bed, Kayaks & Fishing Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Awesome place

We loved it here! Perfect quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack U.

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

Enjoyed the Cozy Cottage

My wife and I very much enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Excellent check-in checkout process. Very well cleaned and maintained. We had a great time and very much enjoyed the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

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

A great little cottage with a view

We stayed for 2 nights over a long weekend. It was about a half an hour from Nashville. The place was clean and comfy. We need to come again and stay longer to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

The Gold Standard

This cottage was impressive all the way around. The owners thought of everything and exceeded every other stay we have had prior in a VRBO rental. Their example should be the industry standard. The cottage was comfortable, quiet, clean, and perfectly located for our destination needs. The owners are excellent in their communication. We will stay there again the next time we are down that way.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Easy to unwind

Clean, comfortable and thoughtfully stocked with everything you need. Lots of outdoor space and seating. Fun to watch the birds and deer on the property. Close enough to Nashville. Many other small towns to visit close by. Great communication with the hosts. We booked an additional night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie V.

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

Relaxing weekend

We enjoyed sitting on the dock in the morning watching the ducks, sitting by the fire pit at night watching the deer and making s'mores, and everything in between. They had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The phone service isn't the best inside the house, but we could text and the wifi worked. The host was responsive to any questions. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Wonderful stay

This was a great stay. The place was very clean, easy to access, easy parking, close to restaurants/groceries/gas, easy drive to the City, great communication with the owners. It was peaceful, comfortable, and we were already trying to figure out when we could get back! My dog loved the deer, geese, ducks, birds, and all of the nature around!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Stay at cozy cottage

The property is beautiful. Perfect for a quiet weekend on the lake. My personal opinion is that it’s slightly overpriced for the size of the home. Especially if sharing the space with other renters-the basement space can be rented separately from the upstairs. But I suppose that’s the market rate so do with that what you will. The space was very clean and if you’re traveling with the dogs, this is a wonderful spot. The hosts have gone above expectations for making them welcome in the space. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

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

Amazing Cottage

The Cozy Cottage is absolutely gorgeous. Great location, great neighbors and I can't say enough about the owners. Don and Dora are some of the best hosts I've had the pleasure of interacting with. Simply incredible!! Many thanks, Robyn
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Starlith M.

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

Cute house

Property was nice and hosts were very easy to communicate with. Loved sitting on the back deck while working. Ton of deer in the area! Even caught a couple of fish off the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli N.

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

Most amazing lakeside getaway super close to downtown Nashville! Quiet peaceful and gorgeous!

Do not miss out on this location for your trip to Old Hickory Lake! Home is right on the lake with a huge backyard and private dock. There are deer and fireflies everywhere. The neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful and full of southern charm. The hosts are amazing… they were so quick to respond to any questions we had. The house is immaculate and full of the best hotel type bathroom toiletries and extras! It is so close to everything downtown and an easy drive to the airport!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Unknown fees

The cottage is in a great location if you want to be on the lake. There is easy access to the nice dock on the property. We had easy communication with the host. However, entry walkway and the steps leading to the cottage deck are slick if wet due to algae growth. Note if you have pets, the gate on the deck does not latch without manually lifting latch for a secure catch. In addition, there are many rules and individual fees accessed if those rules are broken. One of which - you are responsible to pull garbage cans to the street on Thursdays for pickup on Friday. If you fail to do that, if I remember correctly, there is a $40. Fee accessed per can. I understand placing garbage in cans but pulling cans to the street for pickup does not merit a relaxing vacation along with other fees you need to be aware of. I did not find this information when booking - so be sure you check the rule book after arriving to avoid other various fees that you could be charged for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a getaway to Old Hickory Lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! Well stocked (loved all the extras: bath salts, smores fixin’s, coffee, well stocked kitchen and much much more), clean, great setting and hosts were super responsive!
Coco and Einstein approved
My kind of “breakfast nook”
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

GINA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing and peaceful. Don and Dora were quick to respond to any questions I had. Got to see the deer and fox and enjoyed sitting around fire pit making s’mores. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We celebrated my husband’s birthday here. Every detail was thoughtfully planned in the home so we had everything we needed for the perfect stay. The host’s communication and hospitality made it such a smooth and special experience. A birthday to remember!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Beautiful property

The property was in an awesome location. We loved waking up to the river every morning. This is a place I would like to go back to.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charis L.

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

Great place!

This was a great place to stay if you want to experience staying at a lake house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

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

Wow

You will be impressed. There were literally 100 deer in the yard at any given point, but we were careful not to approach the skunk. Tranquil deck to sit out and overlook the water. Definitely a two person Vacay, but our dogs loved it as well huge yard to run in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

Tranquility at its best

Cozy cabin is a wonderfully Tranquil lake cottage. Delightful wildlife and beautiful views of the lake. Definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., Odessa

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

Sweet home away on the lake

In a great neighborhood, very clean, nicely decorated and extras we haven't found other places.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R., Kentwood, MI

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

Peaceful visit

Cozy Cottage is a cozy place to stay. Very peaceful and quiet. Great place to get away from it all and enjoy nature!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Relaxing getaway

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. Location and lake view were great. Dora was great at communicating when we needed assistance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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

..just what we needed..boating, biking, running, reading, nice neighbors.

Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Wonderful

Beautiful area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019