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Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Cowan, TN
  • Place, Cowan Railroad Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowan City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the South
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Gammons Room

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town.

The handsome first floor Gammons room is tastefully refurbished and has a very comfortable king memory foam mattress. A large picture window faces the main street of downtown Cowan. There is a direct entrance outside as well as through the lobby, The ensuite bath features a combination tub/shower. Dead Sea bath salts infused with essential oils are provided.
Charming common areas to enjoy are the gracious lobby, banquet room (when not in use for special occasions), courtyard and parking lot in rear of building. Walk to three good restaurants, two boutique shops, the Vintage Texaco and the Cowan Railroad Museum! Continental breakfast included. In house Cafe for special orders. The railroad town of Cowan is the real small town America deal!
The convenient location is close to Sewanee and the University of the South as well as the Caverns music venue in Pelham. Four distilleries, including Jack Daniels are close-by. Hiking, biking & boating opportunities abound between the beautiful Cumberland Plateau and Tims Ford Lake in Winchester. Check out the Mountain Goat 35+mile multiuse recreational path in progress spanning between Palmer and Cowan. Sections between Sewanee, Monteagle and Tracy City are open. Winchester town square includes the vintage Oldham theater and several restaurants and shops. -So much exploring to do…Falls Mill historic textile Mill in Belvidere is another gem.
Chattanooga and Huntsville are 40 miles away. Nashville is 96 miles.

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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
All children must be supervised by parents.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Respect for property and people must be maintained
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well behaved pets are welcome.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cowan

Located in Cowan, this holiday home is in the city centre. Sewanee Memorial Cross and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club and Twin Creeks Marina. Cowan Railroad Museum and Hammers are also worth visiting.
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Cowan, TN

What's nearby

  • Cowan Railroad Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowan City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of the South - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival - 38 min drive - 63.8 km
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery - 45 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy 1st floor pet-friendly ensuite king in historic railroad inn & town. located?

Located in the heart of Cowan, this holiday home is steps away from Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. Tims Ford Lake and Johny Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Lovely visit with Aunt Polly

Pretty Inn with lots of character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia L.

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

Very nice hosts!

It was an easy location for a quick getaway to Sewanee and South Cumberland State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Unexpected but enjoyable

Overall our experience was good especially for the price. It was very clean. The people were nice. We did have a slight confusion on who was checking us in and which entrance we were to use this was all resolved quickly. Fortunately, we did need to get up early and get going. The street noise at 7am would have you out of bed regardless. The noise from the train wasn't an issue at all for us. Me and spouse would stay here again and I would recommend it to anyone passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

A nice small-town getaway

We enjoyed our overnight stay at The Franklin House. We came to bicycle the Mountain Goat Trail in Sewanee, and Cowan is very closeby. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the house was beautiful and inviting. Tom made us feel welcome, and the coffee and donuts for breakfast were delicious. This room does face the street where the railroad is nearby, but sleep masks and earplugs were made available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shanon J.

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

Short stay in Cowan

The Franklin House is beautiful and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. The bed was also very comfortable. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is stunning! Full of beautiful artwork and gorgeous furniture! The property managers were extremely hospitable and went above and beyond our expectations. It was elegant, but still comfortable and functional. Less than a block from the quiet town’s restaurants, stores and shops, and the railroad museum, I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This room is very clean, very quaint, in an old train station. The property is an art gallery/small inn and is pet friendly. The town of Cowan is in a beautiful location near the Cumberland Mountains and is very historic. It is very close to Sewanee and the University of the South as well as Tims Ford Lake and State Park. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Wonderful experience in a picturesque location!

It was so cute and well maintained. It was very convenient and easy to come and go as we pleased. Would definitely stay there again. 10 out of 10. Rachel is very accommodating and easy to communicate with about the Franklin House. Cannot recommend enough!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2021
I treat my guests as I would want to be treated. It's always great when satisfaction is mutual between host and guests. That's the perfect balance.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ro S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful unique stay

It was like walking into an art gallery (which it was). From the lobby to the backroom and the dining hall to the kitchen area, it was beautiful. The Gammon room we stayed at was also beautiful in how it was designed and presented. My daughter really enjoyed looking at the artwork created by Rachel. Checking in was a little rocky because of multiple entrances and no cell services, so arrange a meeting with the host to get the keys ahead of time. But it’s very minor and I’m sure it’ll be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Pam C.

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

Interesting historical building. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed the hospitality of the owner.

Unique, artsy historical home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Lynn Thompson

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