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Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns

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Unspoiled, Private Views Awaits!
A Fire-pit with a View!
Majestic Fog Creeps In!
Deer in the back yard, with the bluff view.
Super comfortable living room!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tracy City, TN
  • South Cumberland State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Monteagle Sunday School Assembly
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Jasper, TN (APT-Marion County)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns

Relaxing Getaway — Hikes, Waterfalls & The Caverns Near By — Awesome View!
• Private, Park-Like Setting, Private
• Spacious, Clean Home
• 15-Min from Sewanee Uni.
• Spacious/Equipped Rooms
• Convenient Amenities
• Luxurious Claw-Foot Tubs
• Full Kitchen, Ready to Cook!
• Desk & 1GB Internet w/WiFi
• Firepit & Grilling With a View
• Huge Observation Deck
• Hiking, Waterfalls, Rock Climbing...All Close By
• 7-Minute From Interstate
• Private Parking; Room for RV/Hauler
• Small-Town Friendliness & Eateries Minutes Away
• Chatt. & Nashville Attractions Are Quick/Easy Drives Away

We are atop the Cumberland Plateau, and our mountain home overlooks a beautiful forested valley. With an expansive view from the dining and living rooms, as well as the master suite, it's easy to forget the outside world and focus on family, relaxation, time away from it all, or a change of scenery for work. Welcome to the mountaintop!

The South Cumberland Bluff House is in a quiet neighborhood with only one neighboring house. It's serene and quite unique. The home is partially underground, made of area stone on the exterior, with several rooms having local barn wood on the interior. Our family has painstakingly renovated this house and is so happy to share it with others to enjoy. (Please note: If guests cancel in the appropriate cancellation window, all money is returned except for the credit card processing fees. We do charge $10 per night/per guest over the initial two registered guests.)
We like to check in all our guests personally. This allows for any questions to be answered and to provide all the information we can about the lodge. You are required to text us your ETA and when you arrive at the interstate exit so we can meet you at the property for check-in. If other accommodations are needed, you will need to make those known prior to arrival, as well.

We maintain a strict no pet and no smoking policy. Please respect the property by following these rules.

The living room television has a Roku device for easy access to Netflix or other channels you may have access to. We provide Netflix, Hulu, and ESPN+ free of charge. That TV is also "cast" capable and may be used with your smartphone for any subscription, cast-enabled channels you like to watch.

We want you to feel at home. Please find extra pillows, blankets, throws, games, and other items inside the coffee table chest and the closets in your bedroom for your use.

***Remove makeup and staining elements prior to laying in beds or on any linen or cloth surfaces! Stains from make-up, food, drinks, blood or other kinds on linens and towels will result in charge of $50 for stained linen (sheets, pillows, etc) and $10 per stained towel, $8 for hand towel or washcloth.***

If you stain something with blood, please soak towel or linen in COLD water immediately. If something is stained, please let us know so we can help get it washed and avoid permanent staining. If you hide the stained items or fail to tell us, it will result in immediate charges against your deposit. Otherwise, we will work with you to get the stains out.

Other items that are broken will result in a damage charge. You are responsible for broken plates and other dishes, glasses, stemware, etc. and you will be responsible to pay for them through the security deposit for broken and missing items. This applies to household appliances, furniture, and other home decor and accessories.

If you break something, please do not hide it or not tell us. By informing us of lost or broken dishes or items, you are being a good guest and can still receive a positive review.

The pantry contains extra paper towels, disposable drinking cups, and paper plates for your convenience.

The pantry is ready to use and has the microwave on a lower shelf. The freezer is good to store anything may want.

The fireplace in the living room is gas and can be turned on to suit your climate needs. Each bedroom is equipped with an AC unit (during the warmer seasons) and a heater (cooler seasons) for you to use as needed. DO NOT move AC/Heating units.

Both bathrooms have extra towels in the linen closets and other supplies in the same place or under the sink. We are on septic, so please do not flush personal hygiene items.

The door leading to the "basement" at the end of the hall is off-limits.

Please see house rules on this site and at the property. You must agree to these rules prior to booking this property.

Property manager

Ben Davis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 15 must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
Contact me for event services.
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Pets

No pets allowed
You will be asked to leave if you bring your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed 20 feet from building only.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact me for event services.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monteagle

Located in Monteagle, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Cumberland State Park and Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead, while Sam H. Werner Military Museum and Tennessee Williams Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tracy City, TN

What's nearby

  • South Cumberland State Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Monteagle Sunday School Assembly - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • University of the South - 21 min drive - 17.1 km
  • The Caverns - 35 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Maid Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hanks Corner Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Maguey - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluff House — Incredible View | Renovated Lux | Convenient to Activities & The Caverns located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from South Cumberland State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead and Harton Park. Monteagle Sunday School Assembly and Bigfoot Adventure TN Zipline are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful retreat!

Ben and Tori are excellent hosts and the place is so peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacy y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, relaxing stay

This beautiful home made our stay in Tennesee so comfortable and relaxing. The house is much larger and more beautiful than the pictures show. Tori is a lovely hostess. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tennessee getaway

We spent a long weekend at the Bluff House in April. Had a great time. Great views and a short drive to the Caverns along beautiful country roads.Found some fantastic trails to hike and some very good restaurants in the surrounding communities. The communication with Ben and Tori was fantastic and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A view to die for......

Beautiful. Back to nature and wonderful vistas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Views

The Bluff House was amazing! I cannot imagine a more beautiful view from right outside the master bedroom window. The area is quiet except for the relaxing sound of a waterfall nearby. We saw lots of deer, had everything we needed in town and had a great time. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful location and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Magestic

My friends and I loved this property. We were in Tennessee for my birthday and for a few shows at the Caverns. It was lovely to have a quiet and beautiful place to rest and relax between activities each day. We took advantage of the fire pit as well enjoying the evenings by the fire. The sunsets and sunrises were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bluff House get-away

Our two night stay at Bluff House was just wonderful; we all enjoyed it so much. Tori met us at check-in and gave us the tour and explained how everything worked. The house was very clean, and unlike some rentals I've stayed at, very comfortably furnished. The bluff view was spectacular, particularly from the rooftop deck, and we enjoyed the firepit. All in all, our stay at Bluff House exceeded our expectations and we plan on coming back next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cabin

Loved the views. House was very comfortable. Close to the caverns. Tori and Ben were lovely host and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Husband

The view was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bluff House Magic

We were badly in need of a four-night getaway, and the Bluff House was exactly made to order! This was our second stay at this property, and once again we were dazzled by the incredible view, and by the privacy. Saw several deer multiple times, and had a visit by a pileated woodpecker. This place is so perfect in every way, and hosts couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet weekend away

Lovely place to stay. Stellar view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view for a quiet weekend getaway.

My brother and I purchased our mom tickets to a Christmas concert in the Caverns and found this gem when planning the trip. The Caverns were only a quick 15 minute drive so it seemed like a perfect fit. We flew into Knoxville and enjoyed the scenic 2.5 hour drive down to Pelham and were ecstatic once we arrived. The hosts met us at the property to explain everything at check-in and couldn't have been more hospitable. We arrived around 9pm and were blown away that you could see EVERY star in the sky. The house was cozy and quant and perfect for what we needed. In the morning we woke to an absolutely breathtaking view. I will certainly book this property again for another concert and hopefully be able to make it for when the leaves change. This property is a 10/10 in my eyes!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and amazing views

My family had an amazing stay at the bluff House. The hosts were lovely and absolutely everything we needed was there at the house. They even accommodated a special request for a kitchen item. Would definitely recommend this property for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Very close to hiking and the view was amazing. The kitchen, living room and bedrooms were really nice (good mattresses). The bath rooms are cute but the tubs are difficult to climb in and out of safely, especially if you’re older. We enjoyed the fire pit very much too. Owner’s were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lanan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I’m ready to go again!

We have only the best things to say about Tori and Ben and their wonderful property! They are very quick to communicate. Tori met us there and answered any questions. The home is very comfortable and super clean and the property and view are beautiful! We are trying to plan our next trip there!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

maya n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful location

This rental property is smack in the middle of Monteagle with lots of beautiful hiking opportunities nearby. In addition, the backyard was perfect for a s'more cookout and the upstairs deck perfect for a mini game of soccer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We absolutely enjoyed the bluff house! It had the best views as advertised. So much nature around to enjoy and hike the fiery gizzard waterfalls 😍 Tori and Ben were a delight and we appreciate their suggestions and help while visiting. We can’t wait to book for next year, too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tennessee adventures

My husband I and stayed here, along with my sister and brother-in-law. We all had a fantastic time. The view was amazing, and the house was the perfect size for the four of us. We were located about 20 minutes or less to all the things we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melvin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight

Great place to stay with a fantastic view. We will come back when we can stay longer. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family getaway

We stayed here with our teen and younger daughter. The lodge itself was amazing with an equally amazing view. There was plenty of amenities on the property. Nearby, South Cumberland State Park offers plenty of activities outdoors. We really enjoyed ourselves here, it was like a home away from home. The owners are amazing and not only have we told our friends and family how amazing it all was, we will also be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Edie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay

The view from the house is spectacular! The location is a bit remote which is a positive if that's what you are looking for. The house is charming and nicely renovated. The clawfoot tubs were a bit difficult to get in and out of so I would be aware if you have an elderly member of your party.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place!

The Bluff House checked all of the boxes for us! Amazing view, fantastic appointments, everything we could possibly have wanted to have available. The privacy, the view, the huge upper deck, and the immaculate details of the home itself. Of all of the VRBO and rental properties we've stayed at, this was the finest for our needs. Hated to leave, and immediately scheduled a return trip for this fall~! Highly recommend! The owner met us at the property, gave us the home's (amazing!) history, and made us feel right at home immediately. Great people, with a great rental property! Can't wait to go back in October!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holden M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised, superb spot

Truly exceptional hosts-- many are purported to be but Ben and Tori are the real deal. The property is stunning and the view is remarkable. House is well decorated, comfy, and offers all the amenities you need. Excellent place to just "get away" if you're a couple but could also easily accommodate a large family or group. Be sure to visit Foster Falls to swim, Blue Chair Bakery for great coffee and breakfast, and across the street there's Lunch (that's the name, lunch only!).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ben Davis

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We are fun-loving and like to be outdoors. We work hard, but try to play hard, too. A good hike, a walk on the beach, a great meal, and a warm campfire all get high fives from our clan. We try to walk balanced while reaching out to help those around us who are struggling. We are embracing change and doing our best to seize every day as the first day of the rest of our lives.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in our family since it was built in the mid-70s. We have taken the time and effort to renovate it right. With barn wood walls in the kitchen, living room, bathrooms, and master bedroom, the travertine, hardwood, and tile flooring, and a million dollar view, it was a sure fit to allow others a place to enjoy like our family has over the decades. We hope you enjoy this lodge as much as we have enjoyed putting ourselves into it.

We like to check-in all our guests personally. This allows for any questions to be answered and to provide all the information we can about the lodge. You are required to text us your ETA and when you arrive at the interstate exit so we can meet you at the property for check-in. If other accommodations are needed, you will need to make those known prior to arrival, as well.

What makes this property unique

The observation deck is a great place to get back to nature and forget the worries of the world. It's a place where one could celebrate events or seek solitude. It might just be the best place to propose or create a new memory of your own.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests