The Barge Inn has amazing views of beautiful Kentucky Lake. | House in Dover

10.0 (30 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Dover House | The Barge Inn has amazing views of beautiful Kentucky Lake.

2 Bedroom House in Dover

There is not a better view of Kentucky Lake available than "The Barge Inn" on Kentucky Lake. This lakefront property is located on a tall bluff overlooking the widest part of Kentucky Lake where the Tennessee River merges with the Big Sandy River. You will see the Big Sandy Wildlife Refuge across the lake to the West. You will see Paris Landing State Park Lodge 4.0 ⁸miles across the lake to the north. Your view of Tennessee River traffic is unimpeded for a 12 mile stretch of the river channel. You will enjoy watching sail boats, lots of barges, cabin cruisers, fishing tournaments, cargo ships, and river cruise boats. The wind currents caused by the bluff next to the lake result in the perfect location to watch the eagles soar looking for their next meal. You will be able to enjoy lake activities just 200 yards down the road to the beach. There are (4) kayaks and a pedal boat available to use when the weather is calm. The beach provides a great place to swim, float and fish. Nature, small towns, antiques and Civil War history are the main attractions at the Barge Inn. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle look no further.
The Barge Inn lake front retreat is light, airy and clean with spacious living areas, two large decks, comfortable bedrooms, great mattresses, sparkling clean fully supplied bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen.
This lakeside retreat is only 2 hours from Nashville, Tn if you want to take a day trip to Music City. The property is 40 minutes from Murray State University or 1 hour from Austin Peay University. The Barge Inn is only 25 minutes from Ft. Donelson, a Civil War fort, that was key to securing the Cumberland River gateway to Nashville Tn. The original surrender house for the Battle of Dover is part of the National Park landmarks in Dover, Tn. that you can tour. The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is about 30 minutes away. This area offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, a buffalo and elk range that can be driven through, a nature center, a planetarium, and more.

The Barge Inn has amazing views of beautiful Kentucky Lake is located in Dover. The Barge Inn has amazing views of beautiful Kentucky Lake provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Barge Inn has amazing views of beautiful Kentucky Lake has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Dover has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Dover, 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
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 1050 sq ft (98 sq m)
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Travel crib
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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

Reviews

Kathy S.
Aug 24, 2025 10:47:49 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our hosts did not disappoint great views of the Kentucky lake the place we stayed very comfortable. Lots of different birds, views of traffic on the water.
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