Welcome to Illume, a stylish, modern condo with 2 BR/ 2 BA, a pool, gym, and gorgeous balcony views of downtown in the BEST location! It is a short walk to Nashville’s popular spots, Downtown, the Gulch, Music Row, 12th South, and a short drive to Midtown or East Nashville. Decorated in mid-century modern, this newly renovated condo sleeps 6. Relax by the pool or have morning coffee on the balcony with amazing views, as you plan the day. The city’s best right at your door! :)
We paid special attention to every little detail of this space to make it stylish and interesting, but to give our guests a little taste of Nashville, and of us... a couple who has stayed in vacation rentals worldwide since 1996. What we have done with our condo is what we have come to expect in a short-term vacation rental. Upon first entering, the feeling is one of comfort and curiosity as you discover all of the unique art on the walls, and the special touches that make this place our own. The Nashville photos were taken by a friend of ours who lives here. The Johnny Cash photos were taken by a famous local photographer to the stars -he`s a friend and such a character. The photos in the second bathroom are from our personal travels, and the frog... well, the frog is a favorite of Kim`s and comes from our home. The same goes for the record wall, just a sampling of Kevin`s vinyl selection at home. Every piece in this home means something to us & we hope that special attention to detail makes your stay comfortable and wonderful!
We`re also city dwellers who like to be close to the action, which is why we are offering this particular location. When we travel, we love to feel part of a neighborhood and to feel like we are living like locals. Three of Nashville`s awesome neighborhoods — The Gulch, 12th South and of course, downtown — are within walking distance of our space. East Nashville is short Uber or Lyft ride away. Each area is filled with small shops, bars and eateries that we enjoy and are sure you will too. Our space is also close to some of our favorite live music haunts like the Cannery, Mercy Lounge and High Watt Lounge. If jazz is your thing, Nashville`s premier live jazz club, Rudy`s Jazz Room, is also a short walk away. If you like cigars. Montecristo Cigar Bar is minutes away on foot. Ask for Hutch, he will set you straight on cigars and drinks. Check out our guidebook for our favorite places to eat and drink. Speaking of adult beverages, one of Nashville`s biggest and most diverse liquor, beer, and wine stores, Frugal MacDougal, is just a short walk away. Lastly, Joyride Nashville, which offers a diverse range of party experiences & sightseeing tours for every age group, is located beside our building. Yes, heading downtown on a party bus is as easy as walking to the next-door building. Enjoy the city!
We`ll send you the access code/parking information for our unit on the same day of check-in. Additional information about our lovely home, including address and parking specifics is included in our guidebook, which will be sent to you 2 days before your stay! So so simple.
We are just a message or phone call away.
We are less than half a mile from the Gulch and a little over a mile to Broadway. It is a great, walkable area. The location and proximity to the popular Nashville neighborhoods truly does not get much better than this.
Uber / Lyft are a perfect way to tour around our stunning and friendly city. You are steps away from the Gulch and less than a mile from the Music City Center.
You`ll receive a detailed guidebook 2 days before your stay. Please review this as it contains the address of our home, parking, Wi-Fi information, and what is included with your stay. Please ask us if you have any questions regarding what we provide or information about the condo.
IMPORTANT DETAILS and HOUSE RULES - Before booking, please read/ understand the cancellation policy. We strongly recommend purchasing trip cancellation/travel insurance as we do not refund for cancellations outside of the policy listed. - Parties and/ or Events are not permitted at this property & may result in the removal of your group from the premises without a refund.
House Rules Minimum Booking Age: 25 years old. No Pets: No pets, including emotional support animals, are allowed. No Locals: Local guests are not permitted. No Parties or Events: Only registered guests are allowed in the home. No Smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the property. No Weapons: Weapons of any kind are not permitted in our home or on our property. No Rearranging Furniture: Please do not move any furniture! No Confetti or Tape: Please do not use tape or adhesive of any kind on our walls. * Damages will be charged to you.* IMPORTANT DETAILS and HOUSE RULES: - Before booking, please read/ understand the cancellation policy. We strongly recommend purchasing trip cancellation/travel insurance as we do not refund for cancellations outside of the policy listed. - Parties and/ or Events are not permitted at this property & may result in the removal of your group from the premises without a refund.
House Rules Minimum Booking Age: 25 years old. No Pets: No pets allowed, including emotional support animals. No Locals: Local guests are not permitted. No Parties or Events: Only registered guests are allowed in the home. No Smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the home and on the property. No Weapons: Weapons of any kind are not permitted in our home or on our property. No Rearranging Furniture: Please do not move furniture! No Confetti or Tape: Please do not use tape or adhesive of any kind on our walls. *Damages will be charged to you.*
This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification, and a security hold of $500 (which is not a traditional security deposit, just a pending transaction). As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may opt in to purchase a non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $40 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $2 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Damage waiver purchases are optional.
To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform called Happy Guest. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it’s a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots.
If you have any questions, just message us anytime! Happy to help!
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IMPORTANT DETAILS and HOUSE RULES:
- Before booking, please read/ understand the cancellation policy.
Important information
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Nashville
Edgehill, a neighbourhood in Nashville, is home to this condo. Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Ryman Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Broadway and Mall at Green Hills. Consider Ascend Amphitheater for a night out, and don't miss Nashville Zoo, a top local attraction.
Nashville, TN
What's nearby
Music City Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Bridgestone Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Ascend Amphitheater - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Broadway - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Nashville Riverfront Station - 7 min drive
Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Federales - 8 min walk
Tennessee Brew Works - 14 min walk
Neighbors - 9 min walk
V Modern Italian - 8 min walk
Thousand Hills Coffee - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad!?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad! on 17 June 2026 start from NZ$471, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is City Retreat: Modern Gulch Pad! located?
Located in Edgehill, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of RCA Studio B, Music City Center and Vanderbilt University. Broadway and Bridgestone Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km). Nashville Riverfront Station is 28 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Really great decor, clean and updated. It was nice to have a parking spot. It’s close enough to The Gulch to walk for shopping and dinner (we loved The Peg Leg porker). Nice neighborhood. Close to everything. Would stay here again!
We had a great stay in this Gulch pad! I almost don't want to tell you about it so it is more available for me next time . It was perfect. Very clean and exactly as advertised. It is close to Broadway (5 minute drive). We also were able to walk to breakfast one morning to a cute little diner called Snooze down the street. Parking at the condo was easy and gated. We will booking again next time we come to Nashville. The owners were available and messaged immediately when I had a question. Thanks again for a great stay.
Guy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Mary N.
11 January 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The place was conveintly located. We could walk almost everywhere we wanted to go. The neighborhood was quiet and seemd safe. There is a highway right by and the traffic sounds were fairly loud. The place was well stocked except for kleenex, sufficient hangers and body wash. They need to step up with their cleaning. The floors were dirty with noticeable crumbs and even a fake fingernail. The walls in the bathroom were dirty and the shower floors needed to be cleaned better (hair in the drain). It was really a very nice place and if this issure could be attended to it would be great.
We were very pleased with this VRBO. Location was perfect and close enough for walking but also convenient if using your car or drive share. Free parking was a plus for us. The bedrooms were comfortable and we had our own bathrooms. We highly recommend and would stay here again.
Great condo with all the necessary amenities for a weekend away. Loved the location, within walking distance or short drive to all the locations. Would recommend.
This condo was perfect. Includes everything you could need. Nice quality towels and linens. Location was ideal. Easy to get everywhere, yet out of the craziness. Would definitely stay there again.
Jodi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 December 2022
BEST STAY EVER
This condo had it all. The perfect location with easy access to all parts of Nashville, fully stocked, comfortable beds, and super clean. We had plenty of room for our group and look forward to booking in the future!
All the amenities you need in a very clean apartment within walking distance of all that the Gulch offers.
Be aware that garbage pickup is at 3AM on Wednesday and you will hear every bin get emptied.
We had an excellent stay here for a long weekend. Comfortably fit 5 people and was an easy walk to the gulch and broadway, which is where we spent a majority of our time. Highly recommend!
Listing was just like described, well stocked and very clean. Nice building with a nice pool area (is smaller than it seemed it he photos though). Would definitely recommend staying here, but probably not with young kids…the walls were really thin and we could hear other peoples music in our p
We had an awesome time! Perfect location just outside of the downtown area! Amazing place for two couples with just the right amount space!!! Thank u! Can’t wait to come back!
angel w.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sue V.
30 January 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
It was alright!
Did not realize how close it was to highway. No TVs in the bedrooms. Smaller than what it appears.
The space was exactly as it was online and the owner was easy and pleasant to deal with. He was responsive and helpful. Good central location (near the Gulch) and very clean and spacious. A lovely outdoor area with a pool! Would absolutely return.
We had a very nice stay here. Overall 5 stars. The property does not look great on the outside when you pull up. But the room looked nice, exactly as pictured. The pros are: communication with property managers was really good, and there was covered and secure parking. The cons were a broken trash can, and we had a hard time keeping the bedrooms cool.
DAWn F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sherlin M.
21 May 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Nash bash
When booking this place and looking at the pictures pictures I feel gave us a false realization of where we were because you did not see lower Broadway and I think it was a longer walk down there than was said. The place wasn’t the cleanest as in needed to be dusted floors washed rugs vacuum beds were good, the patio was filthy dirty. Bed was comfy. It was a cute little place to stay though.