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Our family thoroughly enjoyed our adventure aboard The Priscilla.  It was one of our favorite parts of our visit to Knoxville.  Kevin and Drew are very knowledgable about the area and made us feel right at home on the boat.  It was a beautiful and calm ride . . . a great value and one you don’t want to miss out on!

This is a delightful escape.  We so enjoyed cruising in a fun, very comfortable piece of history.  Drew and Kevin are experts on the journey.  They know the best river routes and can answer many questions.  It is surprising how rural and scenic the river becomes shortly outside downtown Knoxville.  If you are looking for a unique pleasure cruise you will not be disappointed.  It was the perfect surprise to start my husband’s 60th birthday celebration.

This was a wonderful way to see the Tennessee River and Knoxville Area.  No crowds, and bring any food or drink you like.  Very knowledgeable and friendly tour guides.  This river tour was a great value for the price;  also our hosts Kevin and Drew take pictures and portraits and share them at no additional charge.  We highly recommend.

Thank you Kevin and Drew! We had a fantastic time on your boat today! You exceeded our expectations! Our out of town friends keep thanking us for finding you and your boat! We will definitely recommend you to others!

My girlfriend and I had a great time on the Queen Priscilla. My expectations were low since I’ve done other boat tours that were disappointing but our ride one the Queen far exceeded my expectations. Captain Kevin & Chief Mate Andrew were very accommodating. They even took pictures for us which I was not expecting and that took an extra stress off us. The Queen Priscilla is a beautiful boat that really topped off a romantic ride for the two of us. I will definitely be telling my friends and family about the Tennessee Boat Line.

Kevin and Drew provide the ultimate cruise on the Tennessee River. We brought four friends to share the beauty of Knoxville’s Looney Island area. Another amazing, informative experience. We were able to bring our picnic and enjoy a relaxing evening Great memories!

We choose the Queen Priscilla to celebrate my husband’s 30th birthday! Never having been to Knoxville before, this cruise was perfect. Andrew and Kevin were wonderful hosts. They gave us plenty of history on the boat, the Knoxville area, and the Tennessee River itself. We chose the scenic nature route and loved the views of the hills. They even took us on a new route they wanted to try! They were perfect hosts at the ready to take pictures, provide cups, and help us with anything. We HIGHLY recommend cruising with them. They were a blast to spend time with and so gracious!

We recently celebrated my daughters graduation/birthday party on the Queen Pricilla. We really wanted to try something different so we reached out to the hosts of the Queen Priscilla and they were both friendly and accommodating. We even brought food and drinks to enjoy during the ride. We choose to do a sunset cruise and it was absolutely my favorite part. Our host even took pics of us hanging out! The Queen Priscilla was a great choice for a very relaxing and intimate evening with my family and we plan to go again soon! Continue reading

We did the cruise with friends coming from Argentina – it was a great way to show them the beauty of Knoxville and the life in the water around here – TBL made our experience even better with beautiful pictures sent to our mobile phone and telling us some story facts of the city and surroundings. Great experience!

Our cruise on the Queen Priscilla was such a laid back and fun experience! Kevin and Andrew were very knowledgeable about the history and geography of the scenic views from the TN River and we loved having a unique view of Knoxville from the water.  We would love to do it again!

We had such a fun relaxing evening. Kevin and Drew were very engaging and hospitable…we could have cruised all evening.

Birthday and Anniversary trip together.  Couldn’t have asked for a better evening.  The hosts were awesome.  A very nice ride!

Birthday for 2 guests. Had a lovely time.  The “boys” are fabulous.  Very attentive.  Thanks for a great time.

Thank you for the wonderful cruise.  We are always trying to find new things to do in Knoxville.  And I think we have found our new favorite thing!  We will do it again soon!

The most wonderful tour ever!!  Thank you!  We really enjoyed it.

369 days ago, we were going on our first cruise with Kevin & Andrew and were days away from our wedding.  Today, we are celebrating our 1 year anniversary a few days early.  We met through rowing and being on the water; it brings back fond memories.  Thank you for being wonderful and making our weekend special.  We’ll be back.

Honestly, I never knew this place was so beautiful.  Once we got past the last bridge, it felt like we were floating into a fairy tale.  The houses we passed were gorgeous and it felt like they came straight out of a storybook or a Disney movie.  Thank you guys so much for bringing us out here!  The wind feels so nice, and sitting on the Queen Priscilla beats riding around in a cramped car any day.  Thanks for this,

We had so much fun with you both on this Boomsday weekend!  The experiences you gave us this weekend from the awesome concert on the boat, fireworks, football game and most of all your generous hospitality!

Thank you for entertaining us on this beautiful day!  We really enjoyed ourselves and the famous tour!  Kensi enjoyed her 1st boat ride.  We will definitely come back soon!  Thanks,

Oh! What a night! (playing on radio) But, oh what a night!  You guys are wonderful!  Congratulations on your marriage!  This ride was very relaxing and very much needed.  Thank you both!

My husband and I are celebrating our 28th Wedding Anniversary. I decided that for this year’s celebration we would stay in town.  The weekend began with happy hour at Ruth’s Chris.  We left Ruth’s Chris and went to the Sunsphere for drinks.  We left there and went to Market Square before our cruise.  After this remarkable ride on the Priscilla, we are going to a jazz concert at the Southern Railway Station, and afterwards, drinking, all night!  Sunday will be dinner at Cheesecake Factory.  I would like to thank the Captains of this beautiful vessel for a wonderful ride.  I would definitely recommend this ride to others.

What a fabulous trip and a wonderful way of getting to know Knoxville.  You are both wonderful.  I will remember my sunset cruise.  It is much cooler than London in July!  Your first British guest.

Thank you for giving us a view of Knoxville we would not have otherwise had.  Shadow (the dog) felt at home and appreciated your hospitality.

Dear Capt. Kevin & XO Andrew,  This was an amazing trip and I will always remember it.  There will be more cruises in the future.  You guys made it a wonderful way to surprise my husband for his birthday.  A lovely evening and a dear and wonderful crew.  Peace,

Dear Captain Kevin and First Mate Andrew,  What an amazing evening this has been!  Everything from the weather, the company, your hospitality, your kindness, has been one of a kind.  Trust me, there will be a next time!  Thanks Again!  Joyfully,

Amazing Captain Kevin & Executive First Mate Extraordinaire Andrew provided a perfect evening on the lovely Queen Priscilla.  Thank you for making our celebration so wonderful.  The two of you have blessed us so very much.  Looking forward to our next adventure with you!

With only six days ’til our wedding, my future husband Andrew decided to surprise me with a sunset cruise!  The warmth on my face and cool breeze when we passed the shade was the most relaxed I had been in years!  Kevin and Andrew were the perfect hosts and went above and beyond to make our date brilliant!  I want to immortalize how I feel right now and remember it always.  I am happy.  I am in love.

Wow! What a lucky find on airbnb. basically a condo on the river.  Beautifully appointed. marina was convenient to everything and steps from a riverside running/biking trail. Great view up and down the river, very peaceful. Will absolutely stay there again

Drew and Kevin have a wonderful houseboat. We had three couples stay onboard and there was plenty of room for everyone. Absolutely loved the upper deck. We spent as much time as we could there. Lots of seating which worked well when our children joined us for meals. Drew and Kevin keep this place spotless! Great hosts!!!

Awesome very friendly hosts. Boat is gigantic and very close to all the action. Would definitely stay again with a group.  Awesome very friendly hosts. Boat is gigantic and very close to all the action. Would definitely stay again with a group.

It’s a wonderful place that stay for a couple days. Being on the river was much better than staying in a hotel or home.

This was our second time renting from these amazing hosts. We LOVE the houseboat experience and this is the perfect spot to enjoy downtown Knoxville. A great spot if you are ready for a little walking- the exercise is worth it. We walked to Calhoun’s for dinner twice (it was that good), ran on the Greenway outside the dock gates, used Uber and foot to get to campus and Downtown easily. We enjoyed waking up to the baby geese on the water and of course the hot tub is a real treat! HIGHLY recommend this listing! We would do it again!

Really the perfect place to stay in Knoxville. Beautiful views, friendly neighbors, a walking trail, nearby paddle board rentals, easy access to either public transportation downtown or just walk it, plus a couple if nearby restaurants. Or just stay onboard, relax, & enjoy the beautiful boat. Drew and Kevin are the perfect hosts. They’re very attentive & everything was spotlessly clean and immaculate. Can’t wait to to go back!

Kevin and Andrew go above and beyond to ensure your trip is the best it can possibly be! The communication and support is incredible and the level of thoughtfulness they put into helping ensure each guest has an unforgettable stay is nothing short of astounding. Cannot say enough good things about them as hosts and their boat is absolutely impeccable and incredibly comfortable.

Wonderful experience. Highly recommend. We were in Knoxville to celebrate my son’s graduation and the boat was amazing. Unbelievable location. Walk to Ruth Chris, Calhoun’s, and campus.

Amazing place! Highly recommend, Kevin and Drew’s place is one of the best I have stayed at.

The guys are wonderful and helpful in every way. The boat was very clean and spacious for the four of us. It was close to everywhere we needed to be. The breakfast was awesome!!!

Kevin and Drew are amazing hosts that made sure all our needs were met. Very thorough initial tour of the boat, pointing out everything that we may need to know. They responded to texts immediately whenever we had a question. The space is quite large but cozy, and very clean. So many lighting options in all the rooms, I loved that! A great, comfortable stay in all ways!

Kevin and Drew are great hosts! A perfect example of what southern hospitality should be. What an amazing experience all the way around. The vessel is immaculately clean, very spacious, its well located, linens were great and plentiful, more space than you would imagine, the hot tub is awesome, and simply just really cool to be on a houseboat on the river, adds that special extra touch to your getaway. Its very easy to get around from the location as well – we went to a concert on UT campus and spent a day touring around downtown, only a two minute uber ride away, or if the weather is nice less than 1.5 mile walk. Don’t let the rules, the toilet paper thing, or anything else scare you – there is a lot of additional liability for the hosts to allow you to stay on an actively floating watercraft. The rules are in place to protect you as well, just be mindful, as you would want someone to do for you. Kevin and Drew are class acts and just want to assure your stay is as comfortable and perfect as possible. You won’t regret your experience staying on this beautiful vessel with them as your hosts.

A beautiful, modern and well equipped space. Hosts are great and it was everything we needed and wanted plus more.

Awesome stay and awesome people!

Absolutely wonderful experience. The pictures somehow do not do it justice. I’d strongly suggest this to anyone visiting Knoxville. Before booking I was a bit intimidated by the overly detailed rules and instructions. Kevin and Drew simply care about your safety and want the best for your stay. If there had been any problems (which there weren’t) I’m sure Drew would fly down in his Superman costume and save the day. Thank you for offering the best way to experience Downtown Knoxville by land and sea.f

The houseboat was really beautiful and clean and Kevin and Drew were very friendly. The neighbors we met were also very friendly. I can’t wait to come back for another stay.

Pristine, luxurious houseboat that is perfectly situated for UT football games. Two great restaurants within an easy walk. Kevin and Drew are phenomenal hosts and super quick to respond to any question. Highly recommended!

The boat was spotless and the hosts were so welcoming. The location is great for enjoying Knoxville and campus.

The whole experience of being on a houseboat is just fun. The location was great and easy to get to. Captain Drew is so pleasant and very accommodating. I appreciated he was direct and clear about the rules of being on a houseboat. The boat is immaculate. We were able to paddleboard right off the back of the boat into the river. The view was lovely. There are bike trails for miles and it’s super easy to get into town. Our 5 year old did well and loved the little cubby room she got to stay in. Our last morning, they brought breakfast and it was delicious. Being in Knoxville was a bit of a fluke, and not really a “vacation” spot for us. We’re already planning on coming back just to stay on the boat longer. If you’re not accustomed to boat living, be forewarned, there is some walking back and forth from the car to the boat on the dock. Captain Drew made this much easier for us and there is a cart to get things back and forth. Do not let this stop you as it is completely worth it once you’re on the boat.

It has been a dream of mine to own a houseboat although I’ve never even stayed on one! This was my test!! Well at this point, I’m starting to look now instead of waiting 5 years!! The KokOasis is so beautiful and so clean and comfortable! There’s plenty of room, the bathrooms are big and spacious and the beds are exceptionally comfy! The back and front decks are perfect size to relax by the water and the top deck is the best party deck you could ever imagine! The hot tub was an added bonus! It is crystal clear smells amazing and we used it every night! Our hosts, Drew and Kevin were wonderful … so hospitable and attentive! We just made 2 new friends in Tennessee! I’m looking forward to seeing them again soon! We are New Yorkers but will be visiting TN often now that our daughter just started her first year at the University of Tennessee!! Can’t wait to stay on the KokOasis again!!!

AMAZING get away! The houseboat is beautiful, the surroundings relaxing & could not ask for better hosts. We will definitely be back!

Beautiful boat with more than comfortable stay. Hosts were hospitable and helped us with any questions we had including restaurant ideas. Hope to come back next time in Knoxville.

Wonderful way to stay in Knoxville. Being on the water was beautiful, and the view of the Knoxville bridges at night was spectacular. The houseboat was very clean and spacious! Loved such a unique home away from home.

What a great experience. We wanted an escape from staying at yet another hotel for a swim meet and split the boat with a few others on the team. So relaxing. Great hang out. Got a boat tour and fell in love with the river. Super cool boat. Really clean. Hot tub super clean and we just loved sitting on the deck and enjoying the river.

Captain Kevin and Andrew are beyond incredible. I have been staying in Airbnbs for 10 months now due to my business travel, and my time on their Airbnb Boat is, by far, the BEST Airbnb experience I have ever had. Capt. Kevin and Andrew went above and beyond in making our stay comfortable and special and fun. Right from the beginning, Andrew met us at our Uber drop off and helped carry our luggage down to the docks. He even offered a golf cart if we needed. They were always quick to help us out with whatever questions we had. For example, my colleague and I wanted to paddleboard but couldn’t, as the rental place did not open early enough. Andrew took it upon himself to talk to the rental owners and get the paddleboards delivered to us before opening. This was just one of many special acts of service Kevin and Andrew did for us. The boat itself is lovely and extremely comfortable! You forget you’re even on a boat. It is walking distance to many great restaurants and has a great running path that loops 20 miles along the Tennessee River. In addition, the boat has a Jacuzzi on the top deck that we used every night and laundry and a beautiful working kitchen. Everyone PLEASE STAY HERE! You won’t regret it. I would stay with Kevin and Andrew in a heartbeat if I ever come back to Knoxville.

After searching countless hotels at the last minute I got wise enough to check Airbnb and found this amazing accommodation. From booking to check out the hosts made our entire experience a memorable vacation. As noted in previous reviews they met us at the dock with luggage carts and provided a very brief but educational tour and video of the boat and plenty of resources. The boat was well stocked with everything one would need to enjoy their stay. We were in town for global finals for destination imagination for my nine-year-old. All events were downtown or at the University. The dock is a comfortable walk from any of the sites that is scenic and safe. We also made use of Uber a few times during our stay and easy pick up in a few minute drive to any of our destinations. The beds were comfortable the boat was extremely clean and the hosts checked in regularly to make sure that all was well. Breakfast provided on the last day was delicious. We ate at Calhoun’s and Soccer Taco; both recommendations by the hosts and both excellent restaurants. The hot tub is clean and accessible with plenty of towels and laundry on site to dry them quickly. I brought my paddleboard and made use of the river two of the three days. We had ducks and geese greet us every morning, which was such a treat for my six-year-old. Staying on this boat at volunteer landing was certainly an Oasis- away from the city and crowds; safe and relatively secluded, yet close! I’ve always wanted to stay on a houseboat and now I have checked it off my bucket list and will certainly do it again likely with these gentlemen.

After reading all the glowing reviews on the KokOasis it seemed perfect, so I prepared myself for disappointment. How could it be that good? Well not only did it not disappoint, it exceeded our expectations! We came into town for my daughter’s high school graduation. We were a large party coming in from out of state, and needed a home base. When we arrived Kevin and Andrew met us in the parking lot with 2 luggage carts and immediately helped us to schlep our many things down to their beautiful houseboat. They were charming and engaging, and immensely helpful. Their informative video taught us all about the boat and our instructions. They were very professional. They arranged to come back the next day (while we were gone) and refill our water tank and do some light housecleaning. BONUS! Oh, and don’t let me forget…they even crept in silently on our departure morning and delivered a hot breakfast! There is NO DOUBT in my mind that we would stay here again, and hope to. Their hospitality and accommodations blew us all away! Thank you Kevin and Andrew for being a part of such a wonderful family weekend.

Very attentive hosts.

The houseboat was beautiful. It is within a secure dock area and the area is quiet at night. The kitchen has everything you need. The bed in the back bedroom is super comfortable and the sheets are divine. There are a few good restaurants very close by (Ruth Chris Steak House and Calhoun’s). This is a great alternative to staying in a hotel. Breakfast brought to you on the last day of your stay is such a nice treat-would definitely stay again. Andrew is such a great host!

We had a great stay on the KokOasis! Great location. Enough things to do within walking distance yet quiet enough to enjoy our downtime. We would definitely recommend the KokOasis to anybody who is heading to the Knoxville area.

Drew made himself very available for any questions we had. The boat was exactly like the pictures-beautiful view with a close walk to downtown, perfect location.

Staying at the Marina was the perfect option for our trip to Knoxville. It was just a 10 – 15 min walk (or a very fast Uber) to the downtown area and is the perfect retreat when you’re ready to head back and relax. The views are beautiful, the boat is incredibly clean, and the surroundings feel quiet and secluded. We had 6 guests staying and there was plenty of room. Two people shared a bed, but otherwise, everyone had their own space. Drew was very communicative and even did small cleaning duties throughout the trip, which was a nice touch. I would stay at the KokOasis again without a doubt. Thank you, Drew for helping us make the most of a great weekend.

This place was so much fun! Very clean and comfortable! Excellent communication with hosts. Nice 15 min walk to Market Square. The hosts even made an egg bake for our last mornings breakfast….amazing to wake up to a crock pot filled with delicious breakfast before we flew out! Thanks for a great weekend!!!

We had a really nice stay.

What an incredible experience for our family. We were down for a Junior Tennis tournament and ventured outside of the norm of staying in a hotel, which is what we usually do. We are so glad we did! The boat is spacious and spotless. The hosts were very accommodating and a pleasure to meet. I would recommend this houseboat to anyone staying in Knoxville. Great location and easy to get anywhere in town.

You don’t get better than this place!!! Wonderful hosts and such an awesome accommodation for our visiting guests!!! Thank you!!!

What a pleasure it was to stay on this modern comfortable houseboat. The hosts were kind, easy to communicate with and very helpful. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Knoxville.

We had a wonderful stay! Andrew and Kevin are terrific hosts and the boat is even more beautiful and comfortable in person than in the already-impressive online gallery. Highly recommend staying in this perfect getaway spot.

What a fantastic stay! Kevin and Drew are wonderful hosts and went out of their way to make sure our weekend visit was perfect. The houseboat is spotless and an incredible space. The two main beds are extremely comfortable and the location is quiet and beautiful, yet only a short walk to the stadium for football weekends. The living area and deck are fantastic for entertainment. Highly recommended!

We had an awesome time on the ship. It was spotless; everything was nicer than the pictures showed. Andrew and Kev were willing to do or help out in anyway to make our trip a great time. We will see you next year for another football weekend!!

Captain Kevin and Drew were exceedingly accommodating and the KokOasis was fantastic. We had a great time and would highly recommend this to anyone that wants to experience Knoxville.

Kevin and Drew are fantastic hosts. The houseboat is exactly as pictured. Your stay will be under the marina covering shown and the houseboat does not leave the dock; however, Kevin and Drew provide an amazing river tour in another vessel they own. If you’re looking for a truly unique stay, this is your place!! Would be fantastic for UT football parties.

Houseboat was beautiful and immaculate. Kevin and Andrew communicated so well before and during our stay. They couldn’t have been better hosts! We hope to return.

The boat is beautiful! We had a great stay on the KokOasis and would stay there again! Very clean.

My friends stayed at Kevin and Drew’s houseboat while attending a wedding and had a great time (I, unfortunately, had to cancel last minute). The place was conveniently located, the rooms were spacious, and the amenities were excellent. Best of all, the hosts were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and were willing to work with us to schedule check-in.

First and foremost, the boat is beautiful, as is the marina, the University campus and surrounding areas. Kevin and Andrew were wonderful, accommodating and gracious hosts. They were a wealth of information on local eateries, campus buildings for Destination Imagination and even minor emergency clinics. The beds were extraordinarily comfortable, boat was clean and linens were washed for us everyday. There will be second and third stay.

Kevin and Drew are great hosts for a unique location and setting. We had a comfortable and fun stay on the boat during our visit to Knoxville.

Great time at the KokOasis! Kevin and Andrew were kind enough to show us how to work everything on the boat including the hot tub. We will definitely be back.

Me, my daughter and four of her best friends stayed at the KokOasis, for her Sweet Sixteen birthday party. One of the best birthday gigs ever! Spacious, immaculate, and so close to all of the downtown festivities. The girls relaxed in the hot tub, and danced for hours on the upper deck. Kevin and Andrew communicated effectively and timely. They were also very prompt and even helped us carry all of our gear upon arrival. I highly recommend this venue for any number of “getaway” options. I plan to book with my “mom” friends in the near future! Thank you Kevin and Andrew! Suzanne and Cassie and friends.

This place was great! Kevin and Andrew are very gracious and welcoming, and they went out of their way to help us coordinate our trip. The boat is gorgeous. I only wish we could have spent more time there!

This place is fantastic…. And that’s an understatement! Andrew and Kevin were great communicators. They called me beforehand to go over all the things I needed to know about the check in process, the boat and the area! I feel like they went out of their way for us. They met us in the parking lot and helped us carry our bags! They gave us all of the information we needed when we checked in. We felt very safe and informed for our stay. The boat itself is beautiful. The pictures do not do it justice. It’s much bigger than I had anticipated. We had everything we needed and our hosts provided us with some unexpected extra touches! There were six of us and we were more than comfortable. The people on the surrounding boats were friendly as well. Our hosts checked on us every morning and evening to see if we needed anything. The location for a football game was perfect. It was about a mile on the greenway to the stadium and volunteer landing was filled with tailgaters and food trucks. This will be my first choice of a place to stay the next time we come to Knoxville!

Kevin and Drew were both great hosts. They met me at check in and were very thorough with the walk through and checked with me periodically to see if I needed anything. Very clean. This is a great weekend getaway.

Kevin and Drew were both great hosts. They met me at check in and were very thorough with the walk through and checked with me periodically to see if I needed anything. Very clean. This is a great weekend getaway.

The boat and breakfast was the perfect venue for a VOLS game trip to Knoxville. In addition to the immaculate houseboat, our hosts provided breakfast, and offered transportation to participate in the VOL Navy! The hosts were very hospitable, to the point of even carrying our luggage for us. This will be our destination of choice for future trips to Knoxville.

The boat and breakfast was the perfect venue for a VOLS game trip to Knoxville. In addition to the immaculate houseboat, our hosts provided breakfast, and offered transportation to participate in the VOL Navy! The hosts were very hospitable, to the point of even carrying our luggage for us. This will be our destination of choice for future trips to Knoxville.