Mins to Downtown! Deck & Firepit - Elmwood Retreat
House in Chattanooga, TN
14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Summary:
Elmwood Retreat offers you and your guests a large yard with ample privacy while remaining close to downtown! Take a 5-minute drive to Chattanooga Zoo, go 10 minutes to downtown and the nearby Tennessee Aquarium, or explore nature 20 minutes away at Lookout Mountain. The Tennessee Riverpark and Chickamauga Dam Day Use Area is only 15 minutes away. Between bedrooms and the sofabed, this home sleeps 14 guests. We hope to host you!
The Space:
You'll enter the home through the front door with a code provided to you before check-in. Enjoy the open-concept layout. The living room with a sleeper sofa, dining room, and kitchen are at the front of the home. The dining table has room for six or more with two bench chairs, and the fully equipped kitchen is ready for all your cooking needs!
The master bedroom is off the kitchen. Here you will find a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with a tub. Down the hallway are the remaining bedrooms and shared hallway bathroom. The second and third bedrooms both feature a queen bed. The fourth bedroom has one twin-over-twin bunk bed and a sleeper sofa. You'll also find an additional TV in this bedroom.
There is a small laundry room off the kitchen. The backyard has a charcoal grill for your use and a picnic table!
Enjoy a night in the spacious backyard at the firepit! We would love to house you and your guests at our home! Four car maximum.
Note: Please be aware that the driveway is very steep- a couple of cars can park at the top of the hill, and a couple could fit at the bottom. We do not recommend parking on the incline. It has never caused any issues; please be aware of this before booking.
***NO STREET PARKING, ONLY DRIVEWAY PARKING AVAILABLE, FOUR CARS MAXIMUM ALLOWED***
Guest Access:
The house has a digital keypad at the front door which will provide you access to the house. The code will be provided upon check-in. You will have full and private access to the home.
The Neighborhood:
This home is located in the Missionary Ridge area of Chattanooga.
Getting Around:
This is a rural area so driving is recommended. Uber and Lyft are readily available as well.
Please be aware that the driveway is very steep- a couple of cars can park at the top of the hill, and a couple could fit at the bottom. We do not recommend parking on the incline. It has never caused any issues; please be aware of this before booking.
Other Things to Note:
We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 25 years of age to book.
If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment.
We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets.
Our short-term vacation rental certificate number is STVR-21-183
Interaction with Guests:
We like to give our guests maximum privacy, so we offer contact-free checkin via a digital door code. Just know that we are only a phone call away if ever the need arises during your stay!
Elmwood Retreat offers you and your guests a large yard with ample privacy while remaining close to downtown! Take a 5-minute drive to Chattanooga Zoo, go 10 minutes to downtown and the nearby Tennessee Aquarium, or explore nature 20 minutes away at Lookout Mountain. The Tennessee Riverpark and Chickamauga Dam Day Use Area is only 15 minutes away. Between bedrooms and the sofabed, this home sleeps 14 guests. We hope to host you!
The Space:
You'll enter the home through the front door with a code provided to you before check-in. Enjoy the open-concept layout. The living room with a sleeper sofa, dining room, and kitchen are at the front of the home. The dining table has room for six or more with two bench chairs, and the fully equipped kitchen is ready for all your cooking needs!
The master bedroom is off the kitchen. Here you will find a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with a tub. Down the hallway are the remaining bedrooms and shared hallway bathroom. The second and third bedrooms both feature a queen bed. The fourth bedroom has one twin-over-twin bunk bed and a sleeper sofa. You'll also find an additional TV in this bedroom.
There is a small laundry room off the kitchen. The backyard has a charcoal grill for your use and a picnic table!
Enjoy a night in the spacious backyard at the firepit! We would love to house you and your guests at our home! Four car maximum.
Note: Please be aware that the driveway is very steep- a couple of cars can park at the top of the hill, and a couple could fit at the bottom. We do not recommend parking on the incline. It has never caused any issues; please be aware of this before booking.
***NO STREET PARKING, ONLY DRIVEWAY PARKING AVAILABLE, FOUR CARS MAXIMUM ALLOWED***
Guest Access:
The house has a digital keypad at the front door which will provide you access to the house. The code will be provided upon check-in. You will have full and private access to the home.
The Neighborhood:
This home is located in the Missionary Ridge area of Chattanooga.
Getting Around:
This is a rural area so driving is recommended. Uber and Lyft are readily available as well.
Please be aware that the driveway is very steep- a couple of cars can park at the top of the hill, and a couple could fit at the bottom. We do not recommend parking on the incline. It has never caused any issues; please be aware of this before booking.
Other Things to Note:
We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 25 years of age to book.
If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment.
We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets.
Our short-term vacation rental certificate number is STVR-21-183
Interaction with Guests:
We like to give our guests maximum privacy, so we offer contact-free checkin via a digital door code. Just know that we are only a phone call away if ever the need arises during your stay!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Chattanooga, TN
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Ratings and reviews
1.0 / 5.0
I booked this property for a long awaited multi generational family get away. What a disappointment!
First of all, I erred on the booking dates; my bad! When I called a few hours later to ask to move it one day back, was told their policy did not allow that. I would need to add and pay for the extra day....but they could offer it at 50% off. Oh well, I could live with that; after all it was my mistake. It's too bad when policy matters more than people!
Then our 4:00 check in was delayed almost an hour! The property was not ready. Strangers were upstairs setting up bunkbeds....just the frame though...no mattresses; no bedding?? Good thing we didn't really need them!
Upon entry the place was unkempt and in a sad state of disrepair. From broken curtain rods and luggage rack, faulty electrical outlets, missing light bulbs, bugs, cigarette butts outside, dirty BBQ, broken lawn chairs, the place is in dire need of a whole lot of TLC. What a shame; it could be quite nice.
I must say, the property manager, Tim, was kind and responsive. At his request, I sent him photos and a list of missing necessities. A new BBQ, lawn chairs and dishwasher tabs were delivered the next day. We declined their offer to come in to clean and fix during our stay.
In the end, we accepted a 10% refund and left a day early. It was still a lot of money for a short stay in poor accommodation.
2.0 / 5.0
Previous booking fell through so thankfully this one was available but was available for a reason. We are not picky people and often camp so take this review with a grain of salt. The neighborhood is not entirely safe (research East Ridge) and with the long, steep driveway it is very challenging to park close to the home. Our party had multiple issues with exiting the driveway. With any ice it would be impossible. We had a large group and looked forward to cooking evening meals together, but it was not a possibility as there was minimal pans or utensils for cooking, additionally the outdoor grill was neglected and we choose not to use it. Outdoor firepit was not inviting. Essential items were absent, toilet paper, bath towels, paper towels, laundry soap, dishwasher soap, and the outdoor trash was full when we arrived, overall the home just felt neglected. We did notify the property manager and heard back after two emails and the next day. The owners have over 300 properties they manage and it feels as though quantity is held in higher regard than quality. I would only recommend this property as a last minute option.
5.0 / 5.0
My family had an amazing time. The house was spacious and very welcoming. I love that they had a lot of cooking utensils, it made Christmas dinner so much easier. Highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Cute place that for all of our needs. The house was clean and included a fire pit where we made s’mores. Plenty of clean towels and space to fit all twelve of us.
4.0 / 5.0
Location was close to grocery stores, restaurants & downtown.
5.0 / 5.0
Our family group was able to enjoy a great weekend together and the home was spacious and conveniently located. We also enjoyed the ping ping table and the deck.
5.0 / 5.0
The property was clean and tidy. The area was quiet, sat right outside of downtown. Easy to get shopping and entertainment. Property manager was easy to speak to and very helpful. Great family vacation!
5.0 / 5.0
Nice house……
2.0 / 5.0
I have used VRBO numerous times through the years and knowing that I depend on these reviews, I feel that I must be totally honest about this property. The driveway is extremely steep and partially painted making it very slick. The neighbors literally said it was the worst driveway ever and accidents happen all the time. Two different tow truck drivers had to come out and each of them stated that they had been called to that driveway about accidents many, many times. It is absolutely horrible!! I can't say that enough. After the tow trucks were gone with my vehicle in a mess. We had to park the other vehicles at the buttom of the driveway and walk up and down it to be able to go to the house or to the wedding festivities we were there for. Elderly family members could have NEVER made it up or down the driveway. The house itself was alright. But, I would never recommend this property because of that driveway.
5.0 / 5.0
All was great!! Be warned of the driveway that is mentioned in description of property
5.0 / 5.0
Family vacation.
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay. Plenty of beds, easy check in/checkout. No complaints.
5.0 / 5.0
We had an enjoyable weekend, the house was spacious and clean. The living room seating was a bit spartan, but the rest of the house was very nice.
2.0 / 5.0
Too small
It was not comfortable for a party of 14. Yes it slept 14 people but after that it was very uncomfortable. Only 1 couch in living room. Where were the other people suppose to sit. Kitchen table not big enough for over 6 people. Furniture was very uncomfortable.
5.0 / 5.0
Family Gathering
The house was clean and certainly inviting. Beds were comfortable and for us the location was convenient to all the events and activities that brought us to Chattanooga. The living/common area is a little small but we till managed to eat together at the large table and play multiple games of trivia each evening. Coming from the flat lands of the midwest we found the driveway to be a bit steep, but certainly could navigate it without 4 wheel-drive vehicles. We would rent this property again!
4.0 / 5.0
Adequate
The property was mostly as pictured, and as expected for the price. We enjoyed the fire pit. Refrigerator was missing some parts, and minor repair needs were brought to the attention of the owner. The neighborhood is safe with cordial neighbors, and convenient to the sights. Would stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Bachelor party weekend
Thank you for a great experience. The property and amenities were absolutely perfect. The house is in a great location (10 minutes to downtown!!!).
4.0 / 5.0
Family Christmas Getaway
We enjoyed our stay at the Elmwood Farmhouse; it was clean and accommodating. Bedrooms were a good size but could have used a luggage rack for our clothes. Loved the fire pit; we sat around it every night. Dining area was good for games too.
The neighborhood was close to the attractions we wanted to see; would stay here again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chattanooga?
The average price for a rental in Chattanooga is $222 per night. This rental is $213 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mins to Downtown! Deck & Firepit - Elmwood Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Mins to Downtown! Deck & Firepit - Elmwood Retreat pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Mins to Downtown! Deck & Firepit - Elmwood Retreat?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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