Pier D Lite 4 bdrm Houseboat on River Downtown Knoxville - walk to Univ. of TN | Boat Rental in Knoxville

8.8 (3 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Downtown Knoxville Boat Rental | Pier D Lite 4 bdrm Houseboat on River Downtown Knoxville - walk to Univ. of TN

4 Bedroom Boat Rental in Downtown Knoxville, Knoxville

Step aboard Pier D Lite for a lodging experience on the TN River, just a short 8 min. walk to downtown Knoxville. The Sommerset Houseboat is a 1200 Sq Ft (16’ x 75’), 4-bedroom vessel remodeled throughout in late 2024. The open floor plan provides guests a space to relax and share a memorable stay. The forward and aft outdoor patios together with an upper-level ¾ length deck boast ample space to take in river views and enjoy the outdoors. The Master Stateroom occupies the aft of the houseboat, and has its own private bath, king size bed, two hanging closets, and full height sliding glass doors allowing for an amazing river view both day & night. You will be able to watch the sun rise over the water from bed. The guest bedroom off the hallway has a full-size captain (elevated) bed and one hanging closet. The lower level has two additional full-size beds separated with a pull privacy curtain. The lower cabin has a low ceiling height (apx 5 feet clearance). A queen size sofa bed is available in the living room for additional sleeping arrangements.
The Kitchen is equipped with all the essentials to host a hungry crew. The HVAC unit is a residential heat pump with a traditional home thermostat temperature control for both a/c and heat. Internet (wi-fi) is provided along with smart TV apps and Bluetooth music connection for speakers inside & outside.
Grab your First Mate or the entire Crew for a tranquil on-water experience surrounded by captivating bridges and convenience of a downtown/University location.
Staying on the water is different than a traditional structure. The houseboat entrance onto requires a step from the dock. Gentle rocking is possible due to occasional boat traffic on the river; those sensitive to motion may not be comfortable relaxing or sleeping on a houseboat.
Please consider the conditions and water hazards as these may not be suitable for children or pets. Neighbors are adjacent; some are full time residents. Your cooperation is required to be respectful of noise; no parties are allowed and additional guests must be approved at time of reservation. Violations of noise and/or excessive guests may result in loss of home privileges.
Pets are allowed with permission at time of reservation and additional fee.
*The houseboat will not leave the dock*
Swimming is not permitted from the houseboat or within 100 yards of the marina per TN State law due to risk of electric shock (common hazard to avoid near all marinas).
Fishing is allowed from the slip area and from the houseboat decks but not on the shared common areas of the Marina, bring your own fishing equipment.
Paddleboard (1) is provided on the houseboat for guest use. Kayak & Paddleboards are available for rent at The Knoxville Adventure Collective which is adjacent to the Marina.
No open fires (grills) are allowed anywhere within the Marina (or on the houseboat).
Parking area is a 5-minute walk from the houseboat. TA pull wagon is provided to assist with transportation of luggage. Check-in & Check-out times may be flexible upon request.

Pier D Lite 4 bdrm Houseboat on River Downtown Knoxville - walk to Univ of TN is located in Downtown Knoxville. Pier D Lite 4 bdrm Houseboat on River Downtown Knoxville - walk to Univ of TN provides accommodation, featuring TV, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Boat Rental features TV, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Pier D Lite 4 bdrm Houseboat on River Downtown Knoxville - walk to Univ of TN has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Boat Rental because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Boat Rental, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Boat Rental has a friendly neighborhood, and the Downtown Knoxville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Boat Rental in Downtown Knoxville, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV
General
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses a grey water recycling system

Reviews

Heather W.
Aug 15, 2025 07:27:41 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great spot and perfect, fun accommodations for our family! Surprisingly spacious and incredible views from the top deck. Easy to communicate with owner and directions for getting in etc. We will definitely be back!
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