Calm blue water of Dale Hollow Lake beneath autumn-colored hills
★ 9.6/10 “Exceptional” on Vrbo · 4 reviews

A cozy cabin a few steps from Horse Creek Marina.

Dog-friendly, lake-view, and about a two-minute walk to the water on Dale Hollow Lake in Celina, Tennessee. Sleeps 4.

Why guests love it

Your home base for days on the water

Bristow & Brooks isn’t a sprawling luxury retreat. It’s a simple, comfortable home base for people who’d rather spend their time on the water: casting for Dale Hollow’s legendary smallmouth, cruising its deep, clear coves, or floating off the back of a houseboat.

~2 min to the dock

Walk down to the water at Horse Creek Marina. Boat and trailer parking available at the marina.

Dogs welcome

Bring up to two dogs. Many nearby lake cabins don’t allow pets at all.

Covered deck with a view

Grill, outdoor dining for four, and marina and lake views with your morning coffee.

500+ Mbps Wi-Fi

Fast enough to stream or work remotely. Roku smart TV for movie nights.

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The cabin

One bedroom, one bath, sleeps four

A warm, wood-paneled cabin with everything you need after a long day on the lake, and nothing you’ll have to fuss over.

Sleeping: queen bed in the bedroom, plus a queen sofa bed in the living room.
Bath: full bathroom with tub and shower.

The refreshed sage-green kitchen

Kitchen

  • Fridge, stove and oven
  • Microwave and toaster
  • Coffee maker and blender
  • Dishes and cookware basics

Comfort

  • 500+ Mbps Wi-Fi
  • Roku smart TV
  • Air conditioning and heat
  • Linens, towels, shampoo and soap

Outdoors & parking

  • Large covered deck
  • Grill and outdoor dining for 4
  • Lake and marina views
  • Onsite parking; boat and trailer parking at the marina

Good to know: there are stairs from the road up to the porch deck, and the cabin isn’t wheelchair accessible. There’s no hot tub, fire pit, washer/dryer or private boat slip.

Pet-friendly

Bring the dogs. They’ll love it here too.

Up to two dogs are welcome at Bristow & Brooks. It’s one of the things our guests mention most:

“Pet-centric cabin in a beautiful location! The lake and marina were wonderful!”

Thaylen L., September 2026, via Vrbo

There’s a $75 dog fee per stay, for up to two dogs.

Location

Steps from Horse Creek Marina, Celina, TN

The cabin sits just up from Horse Creek Marina on Dale Hollow Lake, about a two-minute walk to the water and dock. Bring your boat: there’s boat and trailer parking at the marina.

Dale Hollow is known for legendary smallmouth bass fishing and deep, clear water that’s made for cruising, skiing, swimming and houseboating.

The exact address is shared with confirmed guests. Open Horse Creek Marina in Google Maps

Things to do

Around Dale Hollow Lake

Fish, boat & swim

Smallmouth bass fishing Dale Hollow is famous for, plus clear water for cruising, skiing and swimming.

Horse Creek Marina

Right down the hill: the dock, houseboats and the heart of the action.

Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery

A U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service trout hatchery near Celina, an easy outing for families.

Standing Stone State Park

Wooded trails and a quiet lake for a change of scenery, a scenic drive away.

Cummins Falls State Park

One of Tennessee’s best-known waterfalls and swimming holes, about 51 minutes by car.

Seasonal highlights

Fall color peaks around late October. In January, the free Army Corps of Engineers Eagle Watch barge tours look for wintering bald eagles (reserve ahead on Recreation.gov).

Celina

The small-town county seat for groceries, bait, a bite to eat and supplies.

Reviews

What guests are saying

9.6/10
Exceptional · 4 reviews on Vrbo
Cleanliness 10Check-in 10Communication 10

“The location on Dale Hollow Lake was perfect, and the cabin was incredibly homey and comfortable. We especially appreciated that it was pet-friendly... Tony was a wonderful host and even checked in with us by text to make sure everything was going well. We would definitely stay here again!”

Katie B., September 2026

“We enjoyed staying here! The cabin was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Check in and out was easy and the host was very communicative!”

Jasmine P., November 2026

“Pet-centric cabin in a beautiful location! The lake and marina were wonderful!”

Thaylen L., September 2026

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Rates & availability

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From $110 / night

Nightly rate, before the $100 cleaning fee. Rates vary by season, with summer weekends and holidays priced higher.

Two-night minimum (three nights in summer, May 28–September 6). Dogs are $75 per stay, up to two dogs.

FAQ

Good to know before you go

What are check-in and checkout times?

Check-in is at 4 PM and checkout is at 11 AM. The primary renter must be 21 or older.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, up to two dogs are welcome. There’s a $75 dog fee per stay.

Where do I park my car, boat and trailer?

There’s onsite parking at the cabin, and boat and trailer parking is available at Horse Creek Marina, about a two-minute walk away. The cabin doesn’t come with a private boat slip.

How fast is the Wi-Fi?

500+ Mbps, plenty for streaming on the Roku TV or working remotely.

Are there stairs?

Yes, there are stairs from the road up to the porch deck, and the cabin is not wheelchair accessible.

Is there a minimum stay?

The minimum stay is two nights, or three nights in summer (May 28–September 6).

What’s the cancellation policy?

You’ll get a full refund if you cancel at least 5 days before check-in.

Can we host a party or smoke at the cabin?

The cabin is non-smoking, and events and parties aren’t allowed.

Availability

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