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Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH

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Blue Gem is a Historic Gem that has Been Lovingly Restored
Blue Gem is Located on a Safe and Quiet Street, the St. Elmo Greenway.
Fall is Here! Come Enjoy S'mores and Family Fun Around the Gas Fire Pit.
The Historic Home has Been Opened Up to Provide a Beautiful Floor Plan
Enjoy the New Comfortable Couch with Plenty of Room to Seat the Whole Crew!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Ruby Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

( Seeping Loft )

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH

You will love your stay at the Blue Gem! This bright and artsy home is in Chattanooga’s oldest and most historic suburb, St. Elmo. A quick drive up Lookout Mountain to Rock City and Ruby Falls and 2 miles to Downtown Chattanooga! We are located right on the Greenway where neighbors walk their dogs, bike, and say hello. There is a brand new playground within walking distance!
The home is full of original art, right down to the hand welded staircase. Perfect for porch sitting and family gatherings, our *gem* of a home will delight you!

Be sure to check out our other listings.
Next door is.....
The Blue Bungalow # 707613
Across the Street...
Mid Century Modern 1339754

The St Elmo Park is two blocks away and you can walk or ride a bike St Elmo's down town ( on the new pedestrian/ bike lane, right outside the homes doorstep). Where you have abundant local eateries or could catch a ride up Lookout Mt on The Incline Railway. Get Ice cream at MsTs or continue to down town Chattanooga on the River Front parkway.
( Down Town is 2-3 mile away or a 5 min. drive.)
The home is super close to all the do do Chattanooga activities. Ruby Falls, Rock City are a short drive up the Mt.
There are plenty of beautiful hiking trail heads within blocks of the home

Property manager

Sherry and Francesco
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Chattanooga

Located in Chattanooga, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City, while Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Finley Stadium or McKenzie Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ruby Falls - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rock City Gardens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tap House & Empyreal Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH located?

Located in St. Elmo, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Moccasin Bend Brewing Company and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Ruby Falls is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 152 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

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

Great Stay

This property was fully stocked. It was close to all the Chattanooga destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Great House - Great Location

The house was clean, well decorated, and had everything we needed. The backyard was an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Adorable home

This lovely house was the perfect home for our family. First off, it is absolutely adorable. It was super easy to get in and out. It was very clean and very well stocked. We would absolutely stay here again if coming through Chattanooga. If there was anything I would change, it would be to extend our stay and spend more time in this home, exploring other areas of Chattanooga!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

What a Gen

Great location, perfect size for our family of 5, and walkable to so much. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garnet A.

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

Family weekend.

Just what we needed for our weekend visit with our daughter. Property was clean, well stocked, and great location. The host responded quickly and resolved a minor issue with the TV. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van K.

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

Our vacation week in Chattanooga and Lookout Mt!

Awesome! Love the creativity of this home and the homey neighborhood. The home is more than adequate for a vacation. Quiet and yet a great location. Close to major sights! Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

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

Great Stay

Great stay! Comfortable and cozy in a great neighborhood, and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merchy G.

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

Amazing Place !!

Property was beyond comfortable and super cute. Rooms were great and the patio very nice. It has all you need to cook and enjoy it with family/ friends. It’s very close to certain amenities, restaurant and neighborhood is super nice too. Host was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

david b.

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

Very good

Wedding went off great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Immaculately clean and comfortable

We had a wonderful stay! The house had everything we needed and our family of four was very comfortable there. Great neighborhood and fantastic backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very well maintained house. They put a lot of thought and effort into remodeling this home for vacation rentals. It is also cleverly decorated, which adds to its charm. A great location in relation to all the Chattanooga tourist essentials and it sits in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. It’s in an old part of town but it seems to be trendy to live in this part of town, based on the number of young adults with children walking/exercising throughout the day. I would definitely rent here again! 3 adults/2 kids on my visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy D.

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

Wonderful Stay at the Blue Gem

The Blue Gem lived up to our expectations and more. The house is just as cute in person as it is in the pictures. It was very clean and ready for our arrival. The beds are quite comfortable, and we all slept soundly. The neighborhood is adorable and a great place to walk. We took a few strolls on the Virginia Greenway, sometimes with the destination of coffee or a meal in St. Elmo. It's a five-minute walk to some hiking trails on Lookout Mt. The kitchen is truly well equipped for cooking. Oh, and I can't forget the backyard! It was a hot week, but we enjoyed the comfortable seating areas in the morning and evening. In addition to all of this, communication with the owners was a breeze. They responded quickly and helpfully to any questions. I highly recommend the Blue Gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Loved the Home!

Came with our five children ages 17, 15, 13, and two littles under 2! We also brought our small doggie. The house is stunning and the neighborhood friendly. Had adequate space and amenities. It was situated in a community close to absolutely everything we wanted to see and do and right down the road from stores and shops and attractions. The host communicated when necessary and wasnt at all unreachable or too much. We had to leave a day early bc of the heat and I had misplaced an important item at a nearby attraction that impacted the rest of our trip. They absolutely understood that when I messaged them. Would definitely stay here again if we ever find ourselves in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travie A.

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

18th Bday Celebration

We had a party of 6 and the home accomadoted us very well! The loft area was perfect for the kids. The bedrooms are great! It's rare to find comfortable beds in rentals but these beds were magnificent! The neighbors and neighborhood was superb! The host was responsive and communicated throughout our stay just to see if we needed anything! Never have I had that happen! Check in and check out policies are clearly communicated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Great weekend getaway

Cozy house in a very quiet neighborhood. The perfect place to end spring break with my daughter and grandkids.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Great location

The Blue Gem is on a quiet street in a family friendly neighborhood where people walk/jog/bicycle. Great park a short walk away, grocery store nearby and easy access to downtown. We enjoyed views of Lookout Mtn from the front porch swing and sitting area in backyard. The house is very clean and the handcrafted woodwork and art throughout are so cool! We had everything we needed here to make our long wknd stay comfortable. Katie was easily accessible had we needed anything. Hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael and Larissa H.

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

A true gem in an adorable community

We stayed for just a couple of nights, but it was the perfect spot for us. My three kids (ages 9-12) said it was their favorite vacation rental. We grilled meals, enjoyed the fire pit, rested well, and used it as a jumping off point for our adventures on Lookout Mountain and in Chattanooga. It was spacious and comfortable with lots of kitchen supplies! We will be recommending this stay and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Amazing Location and Property

Amazing location. The property was the best VRBO we have ever stayed in. Everything was super clean and comfortable. The kids loved the spiral staircase to the loft. The neighborhood cats very very friendly and evening walks were perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Cute house close to everything we wanted to do

This was a perfect location for what we wanted for a long weekend getaway meeting up with my parents. The house is so cute with artsy touches which give it personality & help you to feel like you really got away from the norm yet was comfortable and cozy with all that you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isla M.

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

Wonderful Property

Enjoyed our stay here very much- well appointed and had everything we needed. Wonderful location also! Would definitely return
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

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

Great location & property for getaway

The house was adorable. The outside area was so much fun for coffee and hanging out. The location is perfect to get around town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

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

Peaceful Beauty

Beautiful home nestled in the St Elmo historic district...clean & pristine at check-in...everything was comfy, cozy, restful & peaceful...the covered area in the back was an excellent place to chill out in the evening, by the firepit, or during the day while enjoying a book...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., LINDEN

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

Charming house & neighborhood

House was clean and exactly as listed; check in process was easy and there's a welcome binder for reminders of the process along with area recommendations. We have 2 littles and my mother stayed with us -- all had enough space. Kitchen & bathrooms were stocked, plenty of towels, and the outdoor space was lovely! We didn't need much but had to communicate with manager a bit and they were very kind. Only a couple cons -- the metal/iron staircase is a bit of a risk, but you just have to know what you're getting into. It's very narrow with the designs kind of sticking out (very easy to hurt yourself), and not easy to go up and down repetitively -- the 2 smaller beds were up there, which is also a tight space with an angled ceiling (my 4yo easily kept hitting his head so we had to adjust the mattress placement). But, we made it work and my kids were just old enough to handle it ok (6 & 4 - any younger and it would have been a major issue). The check out process was a little more than I'm used to, which makes me think this is a high frequency rental -- there were a lot of steps to do and I was afraid I wouldn't get them all right. I followed the instructions binder and the app notifications from the manager -- there are also instructions on the fridge but they must be outdated because it was inconsistent with the manager communication. Overall, great property, neighborhood and area, and management and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Great home/ great neighborhood!

We had a wonderful time exploring the St Elmo neighborhood and Lookout Mtn. The house was convenient to all we needed. We especially loved being on the bike path that took us straight to shops/restaurants and the Incline Railway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Wonderful location

The house was warm and welcoming. The neighborhood it was in was a very peaceful area and great to walk around. We were also close to many of the attractions Chattanooga had to offer and we never had to drive far. If we visit Chattanooga again, this is the place we want to call home during our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sherry and Francesco

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My husband and I have been involved with the resurgence of our neighborhood over the past 15 years and are now eager to share it with new people. We love VRBO and are excited about creating new spaces to show off our neighborhood. We enjoy working with local artists and creating spaces for them to flourish, this is our passion. We have two rambunctious and adventurous children that keep us on our toes and feeling young!

Why they chose this property

Enjoy the neighborhood park, the abundant hiking trails that lead to waterfalls and majestic Tennessee views. St Elmo is teaming with locally owned and operated businesses. Our own neighborhood pub, Moccasin Bend Brewing Company, where you can meet the locals or take home a growler (you can also bring your dogs). Visit Mojo Burrito, delicious food in a hip environment, 1885 Restaurant for a more upscale dining experience, don't miss out on their incredible fresh water trout blackened or grilled, or St. Elmo's own Purple Daisy and dine on a BBQ sandwich. St. Elmo Deli will provide you with the perfect lunch on the run. Don't forget Mr.T's Pizza and hand scooped ice cream that has been in the neighborhood for over 20 years!!!! The choices are endless!

What makes this property unique

We can point you in the direction of almost anything that you would like to enjoy in Chattanooga. See seven states from Rock City, visit the nation's largest and deepest underground waterfall at Ruby Falls, take a short ride on the Incline Railway to ascend and descend Lookout Mt, where you have access to amazing views from the top of Lookout Mountain from Point Park, or visit Sunset Rock. We are a mere 5 miles from downtown Chattanooga. Enjoy the river front at Ross's landing on the banks of the Tennessee River, visit the Tennessee Aquarium, and walk right down Broad St and enjoy a Moon Pie! How would you like to see the Hunter Museum or take a walk across the nation's longest pedestrian bridge to Coolidge park in North Chattanooga? There are many locally owned businesses and also some familiar favorites. The list is endless!! (That's just getting to see Chattanooga as a tourist!)

Languages:

English, Spanish

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