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Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge.

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Beautiful view of River from Fire pit
Exterior
Wrap around Porch with propane gas grill
Terrace/patio
Great room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10176 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Raccoon Mountain Caverns
  • Place, Ruby Falls
  • Place, Tennessee Aquarium
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Master bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2; Loft

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3; Basement

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge.

Beautiful place to take a break, in solitude,...fish, swim, no neighbors next door. Kayak rentals nearby. Just sit on the dock and enjoy the river, the view across the way, stars at night.
Enjoy our peaceful woodland cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge with beautiful views of the river and gorge...Sit by the fire pit and watch the sunset roasting marshmallows or hot dogs...watch the barges, kayaks, and boats go by...or geese, waterfowl, and wildlife. After cooking out on grill...dine out on the spacious screened in porch overlooking the river. Gather together in the evening and play games or cuddling up next to the fire with a book and/or loved one. This is a restful place surrounded by nature with all its beauty. Kayak the river or hike nature trails to the Prentice Cooper State Forest (part of the Cumberland Plateau). Enjoy all this within 30 minutes of downtown Chattanooga to explore. Our 3 bedroom/3 bath (with bunk room and loft) will sleep 10...accommodating family get togethers. We welcome families, children, and pets (although need to be aware it is on the river- so safety for children and pets important). This cabin does rent through CRAIG's List.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
No children under 8 years old to sleep on bunk bed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$100 fine pets brought w/o paying $50 fee upfront
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Upon booking, vacationers agree that they have read and agree to house rules
All used bed sheets/pillow cases must be stripped
NO grease/food products down Kitchen sink. No garbage left out

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 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

Whiteside

Located in Whitwell, this cabin is on the waterfront. Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City. Travelling with kids? Consider Tennessee Aquarium and Creative Discovery Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Whitwell, TN

What's nearby

  • Raccoon Mountain Caverns - 27 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Ruby Falls - 32 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 35 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 35 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 36 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬54 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful river cabin in the heart of the Tennessee River Gorge. located?

This family-friendly Whitwell cabin is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tennessee River, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Tennessee Aquarium and Creative Discovery Museum. Coolidge Park Carousel and Jack's Alley are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

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

Tennessee River Retreat

Had a wonderful stay with family! Enjoyed the majestic views of the mountains overlooking the tennessee river, while watching bald eagles, river otters, and wild turkey. Could not have asked for a better place to stay! Would absolutely go back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

River Cabin

The cabin was clean and maintained well. We loved the location and enjoyed the view of the river down by the fire pit. Highly recommend this cabin to all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Justin A M.

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

Spring Break 2025

We enjoyed the property, but were unprepared for how far of a drive it was to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Great Winter Getaway

Property is as beautiful in person.Communication with host was also simple and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

High school girls get away!!

Great weekend meeting place since we were coming in from all directions. So relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tana L.

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

Secluded getaway!

Stayed with a group of old friends plus our children for a long weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our time! The location provides the opportunity to split your time between the city and the country and truly get the best of both worlds.I have never had more attentive hosts than we did here -- so helpful and available. The cabin itself is clean and beautifully furnished. We got rained out during much of our stay, but still found time to sit outside to take in the view and watch deer, turkeys, and a pair of bald eagles. We would love to come back in warmer weather so we can take advantage of the water as well!You won't regret booking this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon J.

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

Great family getaway

Our family enjoyed vacationing at this gorgeous property. The home was beautiful and the view amazing. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

River House

Delightful house on the river's edge. Very serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint D.

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

Great getaway place

Close enough to Chattanooga to easily find fun things to do but when you’re there it’s quiet and relaxing. It was exactly what we were looking for when we got married, everything was as perfect as we could ask for. Looking forward to going again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi A.

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

Quite Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as described online. It was very quiet. Hardly any traffic down the horribly curvy road but it was nice. It took a long 30 minutes to get to anything, so make sure to get groceries and supplies before getting to the house. The river traffic was quiet too. We saw a couple of barges during our stay, which was neat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Our family getaway 💕

We take our kids and grandkids away for a long weekend each January. We loved it so much last year came back this year. Beautiful place beautiful weekend💕
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarred D.

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

Wonderful Trip

We had a wonderful trip and a great time. The cabin was off the beaten path and had a great pier to walk out into the river. Plenty of rooms and bathrooms and everything worked and went smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

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

Great seclusion but access to Chattanooga

Everything was great for what we needed. 4 things one might not be prepared for, steep driveway I have 4wd so no big deal, rwd maybe stay at the top lot. 2 - Tennessee river had lots of algae around dock. Again I didn’t mind great for fishing but I was not jumping in. Not sure if this is seasonal, or what. 3- kids futon was squeaky, older son chose to sleep in loft, and lastly I could have used a couple more pots and pans but I was cooking for 7 and made due so not huge. Never had any problems and never had to call the owner. Very cool location - very calm and serene. I would go back and recommend. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julee C.

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

Very nice

Very clean and beautiful. Well-stocked kitchen. My favorite was looking out the window at the river. The last leg of our trip was an 11 mile ride down a pretty bumpy road but it added to the adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rickey B.

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

Getaway

The cabin was perfect and as advertised in a very quiet area there is nothing I can say negative our family enjoyed it so much can’t wait to return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle L.

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

Beautiful

We loved the cabin and the dock. Plenty of space and it was very well decorated. Wonderful beds and bathrooms. We needed a few more towels but that was only thing. It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Peaceful Tranquility

Beautiful clean cabin perfect for a family getaway! The host provides everything you need and is super responsive! The comforts of home with the river and mountains to explore! We would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

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

Wonderful getaway!

This was a lovely house and location. Very peaceful with lots of activities close by! We didn’t catch any fish except for the one that took the rod and reel for an adventure down the river. Thanks for sharing your beautiful oasis!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Absolutely Beautiful

This cabin was absolutely beautiful. Nestled along the banks of the Tennessee River tucked back into the gorge this property was newer, well maintained, and the perfect place for a family getaway. It was close enough to Chattanooga to do “in town” things but far enough away that there was peace and quiet. We couldn’t be happier with our stay or the owners. I would highly recommend this property fo anyone who wants to get away to beautiful Tennessee!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kacie W.

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

Amazing View

We had a great family get away for a long weekend. The view is amazing and the cabin is fully stocked with everything you need. Propane grill was a huge plus! We had a few needs upon arrival and the owner was super responsive and very sweet! We hope to return next year and make this an annual retreat! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this wonderful space with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linnea C.

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

Awesome

We were very impressed with this cabin, just as advertised, everything possibly needed was provided, very clean, beautiful scenery, comfortable atmosphere. The owners of this property ensure you are at a first class place to stay. Couldn't have asked for anything better. On a scale of 1 to 10, it was a 20.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great area with spectacular views

The owner was extremely responsive. The house and views are beautiful! The description of the road in, is accurate. It's a long winding road. If you have any issues with motion sickness you'll need to prepare. The amenities provided in the cabin were more than expected. There are so many things to do all within driving distance, or just relax at the cabin. There are not a lot of games there but lots of movies if you want to watch (we did not, too busy exploring). We had a great time and recommend this as a vacation spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Ann D.

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

A great experience!

We so enjoyed our stay! The home was so nicely decorated for Christmas! Especially love the fireplace. Felt like home. On this stay, we had a crane visit our dock on the river two days in a row. It stayed for hours each day. Most amazing to see a Bald Eagle fly by - not something you see every day! We also saw the usual fish jumping out of the water, a beaver, and the occasional barge with a tug pushing it up/down the river. Lots of spaces to congregate (living room, kitchen, covered patio, fire pit) or get away (upstairs and downstairs rooms). Fishing off the dock is fun as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Can I Live Here, Please?!

This cabin was absolute perfection! The layout of the house is perfect for multiple families and kids. The views are abundant and beautiful! The grand fireplace on the main level was one of my favorite things, and very easy to operate. My family and I sat by the fire, chatted, and played games all night long! Our group consisted of two sets of parents, one Nana, three 6-year olds, and one preteen. We were all comfortably accommodated with an entire cough to spare! There were plenty of towels, dishes, silverware, and glasses to go around as well! Do be advised, the majority of your driving (if you plan to go into town) is on a very curvy, poorly paved road. Motion sickness knocked out my daughter one day and it hit me on our last venture. Make sure to budget plenty of careful driving and time getting to and from. I would have loved to have done nothing more than stay at the cabin hunckered down with s’mores and hotdogs!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

Amazing Property

We came to celebrate our sons 16th Birthday with a few of his friends. The boys had a blast playing manhunt in yard, it was great because no immediate neighbors and they could be as loud as they wanted. We enjoyed Ruby Falls, Incline Railway and Rock City. Property was fully stocked with items and linens. One recommendation is a baking dish would be great. Everything was clean and just as described. A couple of things that we noted that could be helpful is that the grocery store is an hour away and the road to the home is a good 30 minutes of a long rugged winding road. Once we got there and unloaded, we had zero desire to get back on the road. BUT Instacart did great at delivering our essentials took about 2 hours, but that was a huge plus. We didn't feel like loading back up and heading out to get dinner. Not many restaurants in the immediate area, but we were able to eat in Chattanooga and near our destinations. The property was well worth all of those recommendations. The view was amazing and we could all spread out and the kids could enjoy the downstairs with everything they needed! Thank you for sharing your beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Waits

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We are retirement age and wanted a place to get away for us and family and share the quiet solitude with others looking to escape the rat race and social media craze.
Relaxing by the waters edge of the Tennessee River. Also chose this location because of close proximity to multiple attractions.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful, quiet setting surrounded by nature and wildlife.

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