Bush’s Visitor Center

Exterior view of the Bush’s Visitor Center and museum at twilight in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee, with warm lighting and Smoky Mountain backdrop – featured image for top things to do in East Tennessee

Visit Bush’s Visitor Center in historic Dandridge, Tennessee, for a FREE family-friendly museum experience celebrating America’s favorite bean brand. Explore interactive exhibits, learn about the Bush family heritage, meet Duke the dog, and shop for exclusive merchandise.

Douglas Lake

Aerial view of Douglas Lake in Tennessee with wooded shoreline, sandy coves, and blue water in fall

East Tennessee’s premier water recreation destination featuring 550 miles of shoreline and world-class fishing. Ranked in the nation’s top 5 for crappie and top 10 for largemouth bass, this 30,400-acre reservoir offers boating, swimming, and water sports just minutes from our Dandridge and Talbott vacation rentals.