JBeez Watercraft is Center Hill Lake’s premier source for Jet Ski sales and rentals, marine repair, and so much more. Their 6,000 square foot Marine Store is located just two miles from Hurricane Marina on Hwy. 56. They are one of the largest suppliers of inflatable boating tubes and water sport accessories in the country. JBeez also owns and operates one of the largest online retail websites of boating tubes – www.BoatTube.com. Much of their inventory is kept at the Center Hill Lake location where you can find 100’s of tubes in stock. They also offer a wide selection of wakeboards, kneeboards, water skis, and boating accessories ranging from electronics, fishing, and much more. In addition, you can find a large selection of new and pre-owned boats and jet skis, if you’re in the market to purchase.
JBeez Watercraft hosts one of the area’s leading Certified Marine Repair Centers. Their master technician and service managers boast of 35 years of experience and the ability to service any make or model of boat or Jet Ski with precision and care. They go the extra mile to make sure your boat is kept meticulously clean during repair, often by even wearing gloves and shoe covers. JBeez Watercraft offers dockside service to all of the commercial marinas, storage centers, and lake homes on Center Hill Lake. This service is invaluable for scheduling winterizations, routine maintenance, and spring service. Just give them a call and their professional, highly trained staff will take care of you.
If you are looking for Jet Ski rentals, look no further. JBeez has specialized in Jet Ski rentals for over a decade and serves 17 different lakes in Tennessee and Kentucky. They are Tennessee’s largest Jet Ski rental facility. Their courteous, friendly, specially trained staff welcome the opportunity to serve you. Their goal is to make your experience as rewarding as possible with free delivery to many locations, and additional amenities are available. Reservations can be made over the phone with delivery and pick up to the destination of your choice.
The latest addition to the JBeez family of businesses is Canoe the Caney. Canoe the Caney offers unique canoeing adventures including simple canoe and kayak rides to adventure packages. They have a large air conditioned bus to transport you from location to location. Their Scenic Canoe Trip offers the opportunity to go on a Photo Scavenger Hunt. If kayaking is more your style, they have a package for that. They also offer a Romantic Picnic for Two, Change of Seasons package, a Search for Buried Treasure, a chance to search for Indian artifacts, bird watching, fishing (including the rental of equipment if needed), plus customized packages. For the little ones, they offer a Pirate Adventure Birthday Package for the lads, and a Princess Birthday Package for the little ladies. (They won’t forget these birthday parties!) The Caney Fork River is steeped in history, including a huge freshwater pearl found in 1882. Canoe trips are available year round. Their summer season is April 1-October 31. For more information about Canoe the Caney check out their website at www.CanoeTheCaney.com or give them a call at 800-868-9232. To reach JBeez Watercraft, visit them online at www.JBeezwatercraft.com, www.WaveRunnerRentals.com or www.BoatTube.com. You can reach them by phone at: 800.868.9232.
Defeated Creek Marina is a charming, friendly, family owned marina situated in a north branch of the Cumberland River near the Smith and Jackson County lines. The creek took its name from a battle defeat in 1786 between John Peyton and his party against the Indians and it is part of Cordell Hull Lake. Cordell Hull Lake is about 64 miles long with 300 miles of shoreline, and was named after Cordell Hull, Father of the United Nations and longest-serving Secretary of State (holding the position for 11 years (1933-1944) during the administration of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1945 for his role in establishing the United Nations). This Corps of Engineers Lake is beautiful and known for its striped and rock bass. It is the last lock before you get to the Great Loop whose waterways can take you to the Gulf of Mexico or north into the Great Lakes. Allen and Carolyn Vires got tired of corporate America and decided to take a leap of faith and embark on another business or a marina. They found Defeated Creek Marina online, bought the marina, and moved from the great north of Minnesota in 2004. They have loved every minute of it and really enjoy the friendly people, the temperate winters, the beautiful warm summers, and the opportunity to make family vacations extra memorable with their great service. They rent cabins, pontoons and ski boats with ideal set up with Defeated Creek Campground adjacent to the marina. The campground has 156 campsites, a great swimming area, picnic shelters, tennis and volleyball courts, mountain biking, and a fantastic moderate hiking trail named Bearwaller Gap and is about 6.2 miles long each way and hugs the mountainside offering some stunning views of Cordell Hull Lake. Defeated Creek Marina has about 40 acres to roam. There is really something different to do everyday. The marina is also home to several sailboats which you can often see sailing in the clear blue waters. Customer service is important to Allen and Carolyn. The Ship’s Store offers hand-dipped ice cream cones, camping supplies, firewood, beverages (soft and hard), souvenirs, fishing bait/ tackle, and licenses. The marina is very kid friendly and Carolyn loves to have the children color a page for the “wall” which is adorned with their masterpieces. Cordell Hull Lake has great fishing for striped and rock bass and one of the favorite pastimes for the local (and visiting) fishermen is Defeated Creek Marina’s Thursday night tournament which takes place from 4:00 PM until dark. The costs are $25.00 (2 man buddy) and a $5.00 annual club/member fee. They average about 25-30 boats and at the end of the season, they award prizes. This is a great way to build friendships with local fishermen, plus enjoy the lake throughout the year. Creekview Café offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They are known for their delicious catfish served with homemade jalapeno hush puppies, and a mouth watering burger called a marine burger which is a half pound of fresh ground beef hand formed into a patty with grilled green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese. There is always something cooking at their restaurant. Folks come from all over the area to have breakfast, a meal after church, or anytime to enjoy the great food and the beautiful lake views from the restaurant or their outside dining patio. Come to a paradise and enjoy Cordell Hull Lake in Tennessee and have a vacation of a lifetime. Call 615.774.3131 or visit online at www.defeatedcreekmarina.com.
Granville Marina & Café is a wonderful marina situated on the banks of the Cumberland River and Cordell Hull Lake. It is a stop off point for many that are traveling the waterways from north to south with destinations such as Nashville or the Gulf of Mexico. Mr. Herb Rock, a successful businessman from Nashville, had a chance to retire early. He and his wife fell in love with Granville and needed something to do. This old fisherman’s marina needed some tender loving care and some investments. Mr. Rock was the man for the job. Today Granville Marina & Café is a jewel in the heart of what was once a bustling riverboat town - the town of Granville. Granville is a charming, quaint little town steeped in history. It reminds me a lot of the Hamptons or Mackinac Island, MI with a special flair. Currently, Granville Marina & Café has about 125 slips and many new 60’ plus slips, 24 new pontoon slips, free pump outs for slip customers, and room to grow. Many folks don’t realize that the Cumberland River is 381 miles long and very deep (in some place over 50’). Several people cruise the river. It is one of the side trips for boaters doing the Great Loop with visits to Nashville and Cordell Hull Lake - known as the Little Switzerland. The Nashville Yacht Club has been traveling the river to Granville Marina & Café the last few years for their annual meeting and enjoy the hospitality, good food, and wonderful marina to host them. River life is wonderful as many hop from one town to another by the waterways and experience the different towns, restaurants, and history along the route. Granville Marina & Café has also renovated and upgraded their fisherman’s restaurant to offer scenic views of the river with a lunch and supper menu. Boat owners and visitors alike enjoy the wonderful selection which includes favorites such as walnut encrusted grouper, hand patted burgers, wonderful catfish, and homemade potato salad. They pride themselves in preparing the freshest meats and seafood - nothing frozen. This has become a great stop off point for bikers traveling down scenic Hwy. 70 or Hwy. 56. Granville Marina & Café is located just minutes from the town of Granville. Bluegrass and music events fill the old Sutton General Store in Granville on Saturday nights, but the Jazz Festival in the fall is a favorite of many. Granville Marina & Café also has many river view cabins for rent, which have all recently been renovated with new appliances in kitchen areas, Dish Network and new flat screen TV’s, and all the amenities one would expect in overnight lodging. If you like to camp, camping and RV hook-ups are also available with 35 campsites, 30-50 amp service, and a comfortable bathhouse. Come to Granville Marina & Café by boat, car, bike, horse, or foot and enjoy the wonderful restaurant and views from this great river marina. Granville Marina & Café can be visited on line at www.granvillemarina.com or by phone 931-653-4360.
Prime Time at the “Lick” in Flynn’s Lick is at Clipper’s - the place to be on the 1st Saturday of the month for Prime Rib, delectable Shrimp Chowder, and live music. Fred and JoAnn Campbell wanted to combine their love of cooking, JoAnn’s career as a stylist for 37 years, and meeting people in the Jackson County area, so they bought a convenience store between Granville and Gainesboro. They named their place Clipper’s, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It has evolved into THE gathering place. This meeting place for newcomers and locals alike is an important spot to catch up on the morning news and gossip, drink a cup of coffee, and savor a delicious breakfast or a fantastic meal any day of the week. However, that 1st Saturday night of the month is extra special with some great entertainment. The menu at Clipper’s in Flynn’s Lick offers breakfast, Panini sandwiches, daily specials, and their famous Freddie Burgers - which is a half pound of hamburger steak with all the fixings. JoAnn still cuts hair for her regulars in the back. Many come by to have a haircut and lunch, then go on their way or back to work for the rest of the day. Clipper’s also offers a book exchange, movie rental, and WI-FI for those needing to get online. This is a family friendly place. The music has evolved from someone picking on a Saturday night to a full fledged stage in the back with seating, lawn chairs, and a bonfire. Come over to Clipper’s at Flynn’s Lick and have some fun, meet some new people, and listen to some music during the Saturday night event. You can find them in the Flynn’s Lick Community on Hwy. 53 between Gainesboro and Granville. You can also reach them by phone at 931.268.1999. |
