The Retreat at Center Hill Lake

3.5 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Beach
Gazebo
Seasonal outdoor pool
Classic House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Lake View
Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
358 Relax Drive, Smithville, TN, 37166
  • Center Hill Lake
    2 min walk
  • Caney Fork River
    2 min walk
  • Ole Mexican Foods
    4 min drive
  • Redbud Cafe
    8 min drive

Room options

Lodge Suites, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Lodge Suites, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Holly Suites, 1 Bedroom Condo, King Bed

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lodge Presidential Suite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Holly Suites, 1 Bedroom Condo, 2 Double Beds

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Comfort House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • 139 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Double Beds

Lodge Executive Suite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Classic House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • 93 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Smithville

When you a stay at The Retreat at Center Hill Lake in Smithville, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Center Hill Lake and Caney Fork River. .This lodge is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Hurricane Bridge Recreation Area and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Smithville Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Center Hill Lake - 2 min walk
  • Caney Fork River - 2 min walk
  • Tennessee Tech University - 29 min drive
  • Edgar Evins State Park - 31 min drive
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose Garden Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hillcrest Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Button Willow General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bumpers Drive In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Grille - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Retreat at Center Hill Lake

Lakefront lodge in Smithville with free parking
The Retreat at Center Hill Lake offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star lodge have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Planning an event in Smithville? This lodge has 1800 square feet (167 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand

Business services

  • Conference space (1800 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 250.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

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The Retreat At Center Hill
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The Retreat at Center Hill Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 75 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was great will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra Vanessa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place it is good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the water view and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tod

Travelled with family
Beds need to be replaced. Much better last year. Dock is bad!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noisey
The room was very nice but it was very noisy. I could hear the people upstairs everytime they walked across the room. I could hear the neighbors right next to me. It was not a very restful night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Retreat from this retreat
If no time was made clear that the retreat was actually the real house for wayward youth. The day before my stay, I received a phone call where I had to provide credit card, and it was then explained to me that there was no alcohol allowed (which was fine) but there was also a curfew noise after 10 PM to 8 AM on the back of the brochure in the room, there was a long list of the cost of items if they disappeared from the room. And the breakfast was really just breakfast snack bar granola food. I submitted a review about this place today after we got there and the next morning I was confronted about that review since we were the only guests there. Upon returning from dinner, the parking space closest to the room was blocked by the managers, large truck , which, for all the Christian overtones does apparently apply to consideration for others. Then we were told to park it off on a hill. Overall, it’s a nice place, but not a place for a couple to go for romantic time. Be aware that it is actually a retreat and not really a hotel. It is priced as a hotel price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thurman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quiet peaceful place to rest. Clean room. We had what we needed. No traffic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery, staff was friendly and the property was well taken care of!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely beautiful and sits right on the lake. Our room overlooked the lake and mountain range, which made the quiet, quaint experience so much better. The grounds had lots of places to play, fish and sit in peace. We would stay here again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Freeman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful! I hate there wasn’t a restaurant at the facility and not much to choose from in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Connie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The pool was one of the reasons I booked the retreat. When we got there it was closed and said maybe ready the next day. It was opened the next day but still green and nasty. You would think July 4 th weekend the pool would be ready for guests. On a lighter note, the room was perfect just wish it had been on the lake side.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

matthew, Oshkosh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Def a place to getaway to on the lake. We went during a quiet time so few if any other guests. Dissapointed on kitchen options with room in ways. Didn’t receive the fresh cookies either .. overall great job Corrientes for our getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Great hiking. Very Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet stay.
We really enjoyed the quiet relaxing nature of the retreat. Our room nicely decorated. Nice to have a small kitchen area. Balcony overlooking the lake was nice! Only downside to our stay was the bathroom had one switch that turned on vanity lights and vent over toilet which sounded like a jet plane! Would b nice when workout the vanity not to hear all that racket the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is simply spectacular. This is a great option for a work traveler such as myself who wants to buy and cook food for extended stay. The walking trails are lovely and the craft center is just minutes away. I will return here! If you want more eating options, it may be worth considering driving to Cookeville but if you want to be more local-this is the best place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. The lake view is wonderful. Furniture was comfortable and clean. Looked remodeled with new floors and bathroom. But still had old ac and appliances. Everything worked well. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so beautiful! The rooms are very spacious and so very clean. The beds are comfortable. We were able to rest very well because it is so peaceful. The staff are courteous, friendly and helpful. We love it here and hope to come back very soon. If you are in this area, I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a nice Retreat. Tucked in the woods on the lake it is peaceful and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most picturesque places we've ever stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

LaShawnda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quite, family friendly property. Staff were more than amazing. If you are in the area and would like a nice place to stay with your dog or family then this is it! They even have a boat dock so you can keep your boat in the water overnight. For those of you who have kids, this is a very hilly property. I found myself going up and down the steep embankments several times instead of going the long way around using the road. It was a good workout. LOL The place could use some maintenance however. I saw several boards that needed replacing on the buildings along with part of the dock that needs repair. The horseshoe area also needs help. Other than some minor things, our stay was wonderful and I would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blaze

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, quiet get away type setting. Convenient to I-40
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021