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4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!

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Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$456
avg per night

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga Convention Center
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Ruby Falls
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Jasper, TN (APT-Marion County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower Level Bed and Bath with Private Entrance

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Guest Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite 1 with Balcony on top level

1 King Bed

Master Suite 2 with Balcony on top level

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom .5

Toilet

Master Suite 2 On Suite Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 260.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 King Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Price is AU$456 avg per night,

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About the area

Whitwell

Located in Whitwell, this lodge is in the city centre and on a river. Corner Gallery and Signal Mountain Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dunlap Coke Ovens Park and Museum and Signal Point.

What's nearby

  • Tennessee Aquarium - 26 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 26 min drive - 26.6 km
  • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 27 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo - 27 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Ruby Falls - 32 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Metate - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rallo's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lone Oak Volunteer Fire Department - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive

About this property

4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!

Convenient to everything.... but a million miles away. Just 20 min. from downtown Chattanooga, this 5 bedroom 5.5 bath home is located high atop Walden's Ridge near Signal Mountain and The Tennessee River. Gorgeous Mountain Retreat is complete with wrap around decks, indoor and outdoor fireplace, Full Kitchen, Dining, and Living Space and all the amenities to ensure you never want to leave! The Game & Movie Room on the lower level provides plenty of entertainment for the kids and kids at heart in your group! High ceilings and exposed beam work create a warm open lodge atmosphere.

WE DO NOT ALLOW pets AT THIS LISTING under any circumstances. This includes service dogs.

Rates are based on an occupancy of 8 persons. Additional charge of $15 per additional guest per night apply.

Be sure to check out listings #1280202 and # 920261, Serene Mountain Retreat and Sparrows Nest. These quaint cabins are the sister properties to Gorgeous Mountain Retreat and can be rented in combination with Gorgeous Mountain Retreat for large reunions and/or retreats.

Parking for guest renting Gorgeous Mountain Retreat ONLY is limited to 4 cars. Please do not park on the grass or pull through the yard.

No Smoking, Vaping or illicit drug use, some of these items leave smells that are near impossible to remove. Your deposit will be withheld if use is detected.

Note*

Dear Considering Guest,

We have been blessed to deal with wonderful guest over the past 10 years.

Unfortunately we have dealt with a few entitled and demanding guest over the course of time as well.

We thought it would be best to communicate this in advance of your stay. We are more than happy to host you and as always will go above and beyond to ensure your stay is wonderful. Just read our reviews! However if you are the type that cannot be satisfied, then we simply ask that you consider renting elsewhere. We’re not your average push overs :-)

Happy Trails,
Tony and Susan

Property manager

Susan Skaggs
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please save energy by turning out the lights before heading out for the day’s adventures!!
No Drugs- If we suspect them we will call the police.
We live close by and keep a close watch on this property.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! located?

Located in the heart of Whitwell, this lodge is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Crossroads Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Powell's Crossroads City Hall and Tennessee River. Corner Gallery and Whitwell City Hall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abbigail T.

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

Thornton stay

We had a fabulous time. Overall it was a very nice house. And the owner was very quick to respond to messages of any problems we ran into.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

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

A.beautiful home off tbe beaten path.

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

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

Delayed family Christmas

A great property for our three generation family Christmas in January. There was even a beautifully decorated tree in the living room. With three levels, there was plenty of space for eight adults and three toddlers. The fireplace was an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Christmas on the mountain

We had a wonderful stay at this mountain house. We were close enough to the downtown Chattanooga area to go do things, but far enough away to be in a quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great getaway!

Beautiful home tucked away on a mountain road. Nicely decorated, well stocked, comfortable beds and a great fireplace with wood provided, all made for a wonderful stay to catch up with long time friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona R.

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

Lovely stay

We enjoyed the kitchen as well as eating in Chattanooga at some nice restaurants. It was about a 30 minute drive and we spent a lot of time in the city. The house was very comfortable. All the beds and bathrooms were well equipped and nicely done. We played some of the board games that were provided by our host and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana W.

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

Refreshed and renewed

What a great place to be still and reflect. Quiet, peaceful and yet close enough to get out and enjoy nature and the city. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Relaxing Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed this property and were able to relax and have some fun after exploring Chattanooga! The house was clean and there was something for everyone to do (games, good furniture to relax in, etc). Our family really enjoyed playing frisbee outside in the evenings! We were disappointed there was no hottub (it was still in the lsiting when we booked but there werent pictures, so I assume its been gone for a while but it is listed in the amenities still, just in case it happens to nyone else! Pur toddler thoroughly dnjoyed the very large bathtub upstairs and "swam" in it most evenings! Thank you for opening upur lovely home up, it was a wonderful visit and your attention to the little details affed so much to the gorgeous property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C., Charleston, MO

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

Perfect for Family Vacation

We had a family vacation with 7 adults and 4 children. Everyone had ample space, the kids enjoyed playing outside and with the provided games. Host responded quickly to small issue and corrected it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug P., Bethesda MD

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

Simply the best stay we've ever had and the nicest hosts

So let me start off by saying I got the dates wrong for for our stay. The hosts were so accommodating and kind and trying to work with us. He's probably the only reason my wife and I are still talking:-) their home is absolutely gorgeous and one of the nicest areas of Chattanooga. If I could have I would have stayed a month. The home was clean very, very well equipped, and gave you a sense of Mountain life with all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

27th Year & Counting!

This is our 27th year (28 stays) for our family beginning with our parents, my 4 siblings and their spouses. We have continued on with the tradition started in 1997 after our last parent passed in 2010 by expanding our destinations beyond a 4-5 hour drive from greater Cincinnati. Susan was a tremendous host and was extremely responsive in addressing our needs. The home was well suited for our now 7 (3 couples and one widower) except when we were preparing meals, then the kitchen got a little tight but overall the place was as-described. The earlier reviews helped in selecting this place and the location on top of Signal Mountain was breathtaking (though the views across the street were blocked by mature trees. Everything was within 30-40 minutes away: downtown Chattanooga, sites on Lookout Mountain, Micro-breweries and Distilleries but not being local to the area, going up/down the mountain meant earlier evenings which didn't bother us at all since we cook breakfast/dinner in. We would have wanted to take advantage of the built-in outdoor fireplace but the weather was a little too warm for us to enjoy. The side porch was an early morning and evening place to gather as a family to discuss the day's events as well as "just catching up" with each other and their families. My wife and I are planning on returning to the Skagg's home on Signal Mtn. with our daughter, grand/greatgrand children next year. The local haunts: Rock City, Ruby Falls, Incline are all worth visiting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marjie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

House in the clouds

The house was really nice, and owners tried to fix issues. However, we couldn't use the bottom level do to caterpillars/worms every where. We kept sweeping them up but they just kept coming and headed upstairs. They tried to fix a mysterious leak, and we had to go from level 1 to level 3 to use bathroom with the worms:( The dishwasher and oven were filthy, and house wasn't cleaned the best either. The dishwasher had food in it and no dishes in it, so I don't know why it was dirty? It showed a view from the master suite, but no view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Big Fork Cabin

The property is spacious with 5 bedrooms. Bathrooms lack vanity space and the main floor bathroom sink needs updating. The size worked for our family. The owner was very nice and helpful with any issues we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

Perfection in the mountains

This is our second stay at the property. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. It’s perfect for a group. Host is very responsive and helpful. All of their efforts are very much appreciated. It’s a beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate B.

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

Relaxing and Spacious

Our family loved it! Each bedroom had their own bathroom! Camp feeling but house amenities. Wish we had more time to explore the area as many locals played in the creek / water area leading up to the house. Great communication beforehand - they gave us a list of items to do and answered questions. We also loved the porch and fireplace! There were a lot of wood bees on the porch …. They didn’t bother us but kids were a bit skiddish.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Angela R., Sellersburg, IN

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Close to the road and other houses

This property is not as secluded as it appears in the pictures. We didn’t ask if there were close neighbors, so that’s on us. House is very close to the road and other houses. Beds are comfortable and house is spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

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

Great Family get together

This was a great place to gather. It met all our needs. our grandkids had a great time! Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri T., Gonzales

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

The perfect family atmosphere

We really enjoyed this property. The house was beautiful and had more than enough room for our family of eight. It was very clean and comfy and the atmosphere was just what we wanted. The house also had everything we needed for our stay. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

deborah b.

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

Wonderful time

Our visit here was really nice. The cabin was clean and well furnished. It was a kitchen and living area was smaller than anticipated from the pictures. We had 11 perks. So we could not all get around the table easily nor we we all sit together in the living area. Sleeping area were great. Plenty of beds and bathrooms. We had a fire two nights and there was wood available. Easy access to local grocery and Walmart. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Tanner R.

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

Fantastic Family Getaway

Overall, we were very pleased by our stay here. The location was great, the home is gorgeous, and the host communicated greatly. The only downside to the stay was that the property furniture needed a little fixing. Just a damaged chair here and there that we had to be careful not to use. The host said they’d address those things so I think this issue will be cleared up for future guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Would love to stay here again!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home is beautiful, cozy, clean and even prettier than we expected! It’s a great property for families, and we enjoyed each room having its own bathroom. The fireplaces were nice, and the home had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great multi-generational getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay here! The property was great for our 3-generation family vacation. We had a bedroom on the main floor (good for grandparents who don't like steps), bunk beds with space and games for the teens in the basement, and two really spacious bedrooms upstairs for the others. We appreciated a dining table big enough for all of us, and several board games, cards, etc. were available. The kitchen was very small but pretty well equipped. It had a large open space into the living room, so the kitchen did not feel isolating. The house is a solid 20 min. from Chattanooga. It came with only a "starter" amount of dish detergent, soap, etc., and getting extra was a bit of a pain because of the distance to town. We originally didn't have enough forks for all 9 of us, but the owner brought more. She was lovely, friendly, very welcoming. The old hardwood floors have a few spots with odd spaces between the boards. I wore socks all the time, and it was fine. We very much enjoyed the large wraparound porch, which has multiple seating options, an outdoor checkers game, and even a fireplace (which we didn't use on our summer trip). Would I stay here again? Absolutely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

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

Fabulous

Excellent choice/beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

Beautiful and Comfy

This was a wonderful cabin for us, our children, and grandchildren. It had everything we needed. Each of the 5 bedrooms had its own bathroom, plus an additional half bath on the main level. There was some confusion over what was the correct wifi password and check out time. I feel very lucky to have found this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Gorgeous Mountain Retreat

The name says it all....we so enjoyed our stay at this property! More than enough room for the six of us! We each stayed on different floors so we had time together but also had space to have some privacy too. We went to Ruby Falls, Rock City and rode the incline....all of which I would recommend. Our best memories, tho, are of our family time at the cabin. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022