Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Fireplaces + Firepit, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting | House in Monteagle

10.0 (28 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Clifftops House | Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Fireplaces + Firepit, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting

3 Bedroom House in Clifftops, Monteagle

Escape to Camp McGu, a gorgeous log home with a magical lakefront setting in Monteagle's Clifftops, minutes from world-class hiking, the University of the South, South Cumberland State Park, Fall Creek Falls, and The Caverns. Situated on five private acres, the home has three fireplaces, an outdoor pizza oven, multiple outdoor seating areas and comes with three boats - two hybrid stand-up paddle boards and kayaks and one peddle boat.
Camp McGu's (mick-goo) well-stocked, modern kitchen recently won the regional "Best Design" award from Wolfe appliances and is completely equipped to meet all your needs, with mixing bowls, pots, pans, utensils, griddle, blender, waffle maker, ice cream maker, pie pans, food processor and everything else you might need to prepare a perfect cabin meal. For coffee lovers, we have both French presses and a drip coffee maker, as well as a coffee bean grinder.
The spacious bedrooms are beautifully appointed for your comfort. The bedroom on the main floor opens to the back deck with fireplace and has a wall-mounted television. The second floor bedroom has a queen bed and access to the full bathroom on that floor. As well, there is a desk and sitting area in the lofted second floor that includes a single-sized futon for another guest. On the lower level is a bunk bed that accommodates five people, a full bathroom, and a TV area.
Outside, the huge deck is perfect for enjoying the views, watching the wildlife, and using the grill or smoker. Down at the lakeside gazebo and large dock, relax in an Adirondack chair, launch a boat, or fish for giant catfish.
The Clifftops community is equipped with a pool, a beach club, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground and numerous hiking trails, all of which you'll have access to as a Camp McGu guest.
* For people who are looking for a romantic getaway, Camp McGu makes it easy to unwind by one of the three fireplaces, sit on the expansive wrap-around deck, nap in the hammock or relax dockside for sunset.
* For families with kids interested in hiking, biking, climbing, cave exploration, swimming, and more, the Sewanee-Monteagle area and South Cumberland State Park are great destinations. The Perimeter Trail around Sewanee is fabulous for hikes and mountain biking. The Mountain Goat Trail is a paved "rails to trails" mixed-use walking, biking, and running trail connecting Sewanne-Monteagle-Tracy City. Fiery Gizzard, Foster Falls, and Bigfoot Adventures are all within 15 minutes. At Camp McGu, we also have a tree pod, a ninja line, and a variety of board games perfect for family nights around the table.
* For music lovers, The Caverns Amphitheater venue in Pelham is just 20 minutes away. In March 2018, Bluegrass Underground began performances in its new home, the Caverns, at the foot of Monteagle Mountain. The Caverns is a full-fledged music venue hosting performances year-round. Several of these concerts will air across the nation on PBS channels.
* For golfers and tennis players, Sewanee has a wonderfully unique and challenging nine-hole/18-tee golf course with great views. Sweetens Cove (ranked by Golfweek as the 21st best course in the U.S. you can play) is just 45 minutes away. Clifftops has numerous tennis and pickleball courts, and there is a pickleball set for four people at the house.
* For lake lovers, you'll need to go no further than Camp McGu for kayaking, SUPing, peddle boating, fishing and swimming. Other lakes nearby include Tims Ford Lake, Nickajack Lake, Normandy Lake, and Woods Reservior.
Camp McGu is a short 7 minute drive to downtown Monteagle (and the Monteagle Assembly), which hosts numerous great restaurants and antique shops. It’s a 10 minute drive to the shops and restaurants in the Village of Sewanee, as well as the campus of the University of the South at Sewanee, where you can experience many wonderful activities including the Sewanee Summer Music Festival and visiting Sewanee’s famous All Saints Chapel or the Memorial Cross. Nearby Savage Gulf State Park has fabulous hiking and more wildlife.
PLEASE NOTE
- Dogs are accepted on a case-by case basis and a pet fee applies.
- Early Check in/Late Check Out may be requested, and we will accommodate whenever possible.

Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Fireplaces + Firepit, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting is located in Clifftops. Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Fireplaces + Firepit, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Camp McGu: Lakefront, 3 Fireplaces + Firepit, Pizza Oven, Gorgeous Setting has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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 Clifftops has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Clifftops, 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
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
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
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 1955 sq ft (182 sq m)
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Shared/communal pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: only non-shedding, hypoallergenic dogs allowed. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs 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 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

Sep 2, 2025 09:32:22 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful place! Our family had a great time! We would love to go back again and again! Simply so lovely.
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