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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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

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About the area

Whitwell

With a stay at this lodge, you'll be centrally located in Whitwell, within a 15-minute drive of Powell's Crossroads City Hall and Crossroads Park. .This lodge is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Tennessee River and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Corner Gallery.
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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 Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 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
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this lodge include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Susan Skaggs

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and public transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 10 spaces)

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Kayaking
  • A hot tub

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Games
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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., Lower Salem, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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.

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
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
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
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

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Fabulous
Excellent choice/beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Retreat
This is the first time since the start of COVID that our family has been able to go on a nice extended weekend retreat. A great cabin and location. Spent the mornings on the front porch, afternoons in Chattanooga, back to the porch for the cool evenings and late-night games at the large dining table. It was truly an enjoyable trip. Look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbara o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large cabin on the hill
We were a group of 9 —siblings and spouses gathering for a reunion. The house was spacious enough for us but would not have been adequate for the 11 we were originally planning for. The pictures on VRBO made the rooms appear larger than they actually were. Each bedroom had a bath/shower and that was appreciated. The dining table would not have accompanied 11.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022