Floating House on Tennessee River
Overview
The Floating House on Tennessee River is a unique studio-style floating home moored on the waters of the Tennessee River in Parsons/Decaturville, offering guests a genuinely waterborne lodging experience. The property is a self-described 'little piece of heaven,' with an upstairs living area and a separate downstairs level accessed via a private ramp, featuring self check-in/check-out. It is new to renting, with recent remodeling completed in the downstairs area.
Accommodations
This studio layout sleeps up to 4 guests across two queen-size beds, with a full bathroom including a sink, toilet, and shower. Towels and bed linens are provided. The unit is smoke-free and climate-controlled with wall-mounted remote-adjustable A/C and heating for comfort in any season.
Kitchen & Amenities
Guests have access to a full-size refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, and coffeemaker, along with four TV trays for casual dining. YouTubeTV and WiFi internet are available, though cell phone reception is limited, so enabling WiFi calling before arrival is recommended. A fish-cleaning sink on the back of the house caters directly to anglers.
Recreation & Setting
Boats can be docked right at the front of the house, and guests can fish for bluegill, crappie, bass, and catfish from around all four corners of the home. The floating home community offers scenic views, and guests can launch kayaks, jet skis, or boats to explore the Tennessee River, with a boat ramp available nearby at Perryville Marina. Parking is provided for two vehicles side by side, though trailers are not permitted on-site (an overflow area near the marina accommodates trailers).
Location & Surroundings
Set on the waterfront near Parsons, Tennessee, the property is close to Perryville Marina and Buffalo River Country Club for activities, and within reach of Mousetail Landing State Park and Natchez Trace State Park for hiking, wildlife viewing, and birdwatching. Nearby dining options include Tommy Lees Catfish Shack just steps away, along with several other restaurants within roughly a 10 km radius, and Jackson Regional Airport is about 79 km from the property.
Best for
This property is best suited to anglers, boaters, and nature lovers seeking a distinctive waterfront stay, thanks to its private dock, fish-cleaning station, and direct river access for fishing bluegill, crappie, bass, and catfish. It also appeals to small groups or couples wanting a quiet, self-contained getaway with self check-in and a full kitchenette, rather than a traditional hotel experience.
Travel tips
Bring your own boat, kayak, or jet ski to make the most of the river access, and use the boat ramp at Perryville Marina if you're towing a trailer, since trailers cannot be parked at the house itself. Since cell reception is limited in the area, enable WiFi calling on your phone before you arrive so you can stay connected via the property's WiFi. Tommy Lees Catfish Shack is just a short walk away for a quick meal, while other restaurants and the airport require a drive of several kilometers.
What guests say
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